School Caretaker Grade 2 £24,027 to £24,404 Full time, whole time Temporary – required as soon as possible on a 1-year contract The Governing Body wishes to appoint a Caretaker to join our caring, friendly, hardworking and successful school. We are looking for someone who is reliable, well-organised, has good communication skills and can work flexibly to meet the needs of the school. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the building and site are secure, safe and able to meet our high standards of safeguarding. Main duties will include: Ensure the building and site are secure Act as a designated key holder Winter gritting and path clearing Cleaning areas within the school Painting and redecorating Managing hygiene and cleaning stock in all areas of the school Carry out maintenance of the indoor and outdoor area, daily health and safety checks and regular fire safety checks Undertake repairs across the school site where possible Report defects and faults Utilise skills and own abilities to carry out repair work where possible Managing and leading the auxiliary team across school You will be a key member of our school team, and you will need to be flexible and willing to make a difference to the lives of our children. Please download the application pack and application form from the online advert. If you have any questions or queries about the role then please contact the main office to speak to Mrs J Cooper, Head Teacher. Applications to be submitted via email only. Closing date: Friday 7th March 2025 Interview date: Week commencing 10th March 2025 Only applicants who are successful at shortlisting will be contacted. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure. As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required. Cockton Hill Junior School McIntrye Terrace, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6HW Tel: 01388 602058 Email: c.h.jdurhamlearning.net Website: https://www.cocktonhill-jun.durham.sch.uk/ VPRS/161