Caretaker

Educators Wales; Wales; On-site; GBP 26,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Carmarthenshire seeks a permanent Caretaker to maintain cleanliness, safety, and security of school premises. Responsibilities include monitoring access and supporting the operations team. Ideal candidates must have an Enhanced DBS check and basic conversational Welsh (Level 2). This role offers a competitive salary, enrolment in a pension scheme, generous leave, and various benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those dedicated to school support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Staff health and wellbeing support

Personal development opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Flexible working policies

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain safety and security on premises.
• Good interpersonal skills to develop relationships.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of school premises.
• Monitor access to ensure safety and security.
• Support operations team with tasks.
• Develop relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Independence

Education

Enhanced DBS check with barred list disclosure

Basic conversational Welsh (Level 2)

Job description

About the vacancy

Vacancy ID: 2793

Organisation: Schools

Number of vacancies: 1

Contract type: Permanent Term Time Only

Location: Carmarthenshire

Grade: Grade D +4%

Salary: £26,607 - £27,459 (annual, full time based on 37hrs, pro‑rata for part‑time)

Hourly Rate: £13.79 - £14.32

Contract Hours: 10

Come and join our team

Applications are invited by the Headteacher and Governing Body for a permanent Caretaker. You will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and security of our school premises. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of the school premises, including playgrounds.
• Ensure the school is safe and secure by monitoring access to the premises and reporting any issues or concerns.
• Support the school's operations team with various tasks and projects.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and school policies.

Qualifications

Applicants must satisfy the following:

• Enhanced DBS check with barred list disclosure.
• Basic conversational Welsh (Level 2).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement with option to purchase additional leave.
• Access to staff health and wellbeing support.
• Personal development and career progression.
• Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Flexible working and family‑friendly policies.

Additional Information

We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. Our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care. Employees whose posts are at risk will be considered for suitable alternative employment, with prior consideration given to existing employees on the redeployment pool.

Eligibility

You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. Eligibility to work in the UK is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress.

How to Apply

All applications must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment that prevents you from applying online, email [e-mail] or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements. For an informal discussion please contact Mrs Rhian Francis 01269 860498.

Closing Date

18/02/2026, 23:55