Full job descriptionCaretaker / Grounds Management
*Job Type: Full-time (Monday to Friday, variable shifts)
*Location: Wakefield
*Salary: £12.71 per hour
Are you ready to play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment at a secondary school? We are urgently seeking a dedicated Caretaker / Grounds Manager to join our team in Wakefield.
As a Caretaker / Grounds Manager, you will be integral to our school community, responsible for a variety of tasks including securing the premises, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring the overall safety of the grounds. This role is vital in creating a positive and secure environment for both students and staff.
Ideal Candidate:
*Have proven experience in caretaking or grounds management, ideally within an educational setting.
*Are highly flexible and reliable.
*Can work independently and as part of a team.
*Have strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
*Are willing to work various shifts, including early mornings (6 AM - 2 PM), late evenings (2 PM - 10 PM), or mid-shifts (10 AM - 6 PM).
Day-to-day of the role:
*Perform general caretaker duties, including locking up and ensuring the security of the school premises.
*Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the school grounds and facilities.
*Monitor and report any maintenance or safety issues.
*Adapt to varying shift times to meet the needs of the school.
*Assist in setting up and breaking down events and activities on the school premises.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Proven experience in caretaking or grounds management, preferably in a school setting.
*High level of flexibility and reliability.
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
*Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
*Willingness to work various shifts as required.
*Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service.
Why Temp Through Reed:
*Competitive salary.
*Paid Holiday Scheme.
*Health Cash Plan.
*Reed Discount Club.
*Statutory Sick Pay.
*Statutory Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Pay.
*Parental Leave.
*Antenatal/Pre-Adoption Appointment Payment.
*Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including Reed Assessment Centre and Reed Training.
*Eye Test and Spectacle Vouchers.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make a significant impact in a secondary school setting. Submit your CV by clicking the button below. We are looking to fill this position immediately, so act fast! Apply now to start making a difference in our school community immediately!