Caretaker

Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust; Urmston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Urmston is looking for an enthusiastic caretaker to manage maintenance and security of the school premises. The successful candidate will lead cleaning teams and ensure a safe environment for children. Experience in facilities management and cleaning is essential, and applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check. This full-time role offers a permanent position within a committed team dedicated to providing a quality education.

Qualifications

• Experience of maintenance, cleaning, facility management and security in a school or similar environment.
• Successful candidates must complete an enhanced DBS application.
• Must meet safer recruitment checks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, security, and facilities management for the school.
• Manage cleaning staff and ensure cleanliness of school premises.
• Act as a responsible key holder for security.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Cleaning management

Facility management

Security management

Job description

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, Full Year

Reference Number: HR_REC_SPA_477.40

Overview of Position

The Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust and local governing body of St Patrick’s RC Primary School are dedicated to providing an outstanding Catholic education to our children and pupils. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed caretaker to join our friendly team.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of appropriate senior staff, the caretaker will be responsible for maintenance, security and facilities management services on school sites and premises. The caretaker will provide specialist support in a specific resource area, manage cleaning and/or site staff and ensure cleaning is in accordance with specification. The caretaker will undertake and maintain the cleanliness and physical appearance/environment of the designated cleaning area – inside and out. The caretaker will be a responsible key holder and ensure security of the premises and grounds.

Qualifications / Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS application and will be subject to further safer recruitment checks, such as references, with ID documents retained on file. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check, as part of our due‑diligence in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. The successful candidate will have experience of maintenance, cleaning, facility management and security in a school or similar environment.

Closing Date: Friday 30th January 2026

Interview Date: Monday 9th February 2026

Other Information: Applications need to be made using the CES application form, available from the Emmaus website. Please return completed application forms and supporting documents to Margaret Webbon, School Business Manager by email; [e-mail]

Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS application and will be subject to further safer recruitment checks, such as references, with ID documents retained on filep>