Caretaker

Randstad Construction and Property • Temporary • Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom • £13.76 / hour • 1h ago

School Caretaker - Newcastle upon Tyne

Position: School Caretaker

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Pay Rate: £13.76 per hour

Hours: Monday- Friday, 07:00 to 18:00

Contract Type: Ongoing / Permanent Opportunities

About the Role

We are a leading Facilities Management company seeking a reliable, proactive, and practical Caretaker to oversee the day-to-day maintenance, security, and safety of a bustling school campus in the Newcastle area.

As the face of the facility on-site, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

Site Security & Keyholding: Opening and securing school buildings and grounds, setting alarms, and managing access for staff, contractors, and lettings.
General Maintenance: Carrying out minor repairs, basic plumbing, painting, carpentry, and routine upkeep across the site.
Health & Safety Compliance: Performing regular health and safety checks (e.g., fire alarm testing, water hygiene checks, emergency lighting tests) and maintaining accurate site records.
Facilities Support: Overseeing site cleaning standards, waste management, and setting up halls/rooms for exams, assemblies, or school events.
Grounds & Portering: Keeping walkways clear, assisting with deliveries, and managing seasonal tasks (e.g., gritting during winter months).

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in building maintenance, caretaking, or facilities management (school experience is a strong advantage).
A solid understanding of Health & Safety practices and basic compliance testing.
Practical hands-on skills in basic DIY/repairs.
Strong communication skills and a friendly, supportive attitude when working in an educational setting.
Flexibility to work shift patterns (including early mornings or late afternoons).

Mandatory Requirement: An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one) is strictly required for this role due to working within a school environment.further training, certifications, and permanent progression within our nationwide FM operations

How to Apply

If you are dependable, skilled with your hands, and looking to support a vibrant local school community in Newcastle, we want to hear from you!
Send me your CV at or (phone number removed)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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