Caretaker - Parkfield Primary

About this Role

Shift pattern - Monday - Friday - 6.45am - 8.45am and 3pm - 6.00pm

We are seeking to appoint a reliable, professional, and practical Caretaker. The successful candidate will support our school in providing a safe, effective, and efficient learning environment.

Responsibilities cover general caretaking/site manager duties including opening and closing the premises, liaising with contractors, basic maintenance and repairs, waste management, emergency call outs and health and safety checks. Duties will also include ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and security is maintained to support and safeguard the welfare of all staff, children and visitors using the school premises.

The successful candidate will have good communication skills and be able to deal with a variety of situations. There will also be a requirement to undertake training appropriate to the post.

Previous experience of caretaking or security, minor maintenance work and working on a school site is desirable however, this is not essential as full training will be given. Please note annual leave must be taken during school holidays however, holiday may be taken during term time by mutual agreement. There is some flexibility for the right candidate regarding the work pattern advertised.

Visits to school are strongly encouraged to meet our friendly team and see what we have to offer, please contact our office to arrange an appointment ().

What we can offer in return

• Competitive local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme; this provides access to counselling, advice and a GP helpline 24/7
• Training opportunities and investment in CPD
• A friendly and supportive team of staff

Visits to school are welcome and to arrange a visit please contact us on .

Parkfield Primary School, part of Ignite Learning Partnership, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, as part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide two suitable references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

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An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

For further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website: Parkfield Primary School Wolverhampton West Midlands

Salary: Grade 4, SCP 7-11, £26,403 - £28,142, Actual Salary, £17,840 - £19,015p.a.

Closing date: 30 June 2026 at 12:00 noon

We reserve the right to close this advert early if necessary.

Interview: 25 June 2026