School Caretaker

Holland & Barrett; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national health and education services provider is seeking a School Caretaker to work across two sites in Weymouth and Dorchester. The role involves maintenance tasks, health and safety oversight, and communication with external contractors. Ideal candidates will have experience with odd job tasks and be flexible team players. This term-time only position offers 15 to 20 hours per week with a starting pay of £13.28 per hour. Apply to join a supportive team dedicated to improving lives.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with odd job tasks is essential.
• Ability to communicate sensitively with staff and students.
• Flexibility to work as needed and a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate odd job tasks and maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with external contractors.
• Oversee premises to ensure compliance with Health and Safety standards.
• Maintain health and safety compliance records.
• Respond to out-of-hours callouts.

Skills

Odd job task experience

Effective communication

Flexibility

Team player

Basic Microsoft Office skills

Good verbal communication

Job description

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a School Caretaker.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

This role will involve working across two sites, our Lower School in Weymouth and our Upper School in Dorchester.

Closing date: 18/02/2026 - may be closed sooner if suitable applicants are found before this date. Please be advised that that school is currently on Christmas break, applications will be reviewed once we reopen 5 th Jan 2026.

As part of our application process, you will be required to complete an application form. This can be requested by [e-mail]. Alternatively, please use the link below to visit our website. From there, you will be able to download the application form to complete. Once you have completed the application form, please return it [e-mail]

You can also request a hard copy of our application form or arrange a visit to our school by calling our School Administrator on 01305 781400.

We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• £13.28 per hour.
• 15 to 20 hours per week.
• The position is term-time only, although there is a possibility for occasional hours in school holidays. The shift start/finish times are negotiable and will be discussed at the interview.
• Contributory pension scheme if the earning threshold is met.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits, including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.

Arbour House School is an independent SEN school with split sites – Lower and Upper, based in Weymouth and Dorchester for young people aged 6-18 with complex social, communication, and learning needs.

We provide a bespoke, creative, and stimulating curriculum with a particular focus on developing independent living skills and real-life learning. We aim to support our pupils to achieve their full potential, contribute to their communities, gain meaningful employment, or progress to further education.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting and coordinating all odd job tasks and routine maintenance activities to ensure planned work, reactive breakdowns, and cyclical programs are delivered.
• Coordinate with external contractors and liaise with our central estates department.
• You will oversee the premises to ensure they meet compliant Health and Safety standards and perform basic upkeep of the external grounds.
• Maintain and manage accurate health and safety compliance records, such as water temperature checks, emergency lights, fire alarms, etc.
• Supporting with Keyholding responsibilities and being able to respond to out-of-hours callouts from the school.
• Maintain the surrounding grounds and vegetation.
• Providing support to our other site in Weymouth may be required.
• The position is term-time only, although there is a possibility for occasional hours in school holidays. Opening up and doing a Health & safety check in the morning, then doing any repairs and locking up in the evening. The shift start/finish times are negotiable and will be discussed at the interview.

Who you are:

• It is essential that you have experience with odd job tasks and are able and willing to undertake these.
• The post holder will have the ability to effectively communicate sensitively with all staff as well as students with Special Educational Needs.
• Flexibility to work as needed and a good team player.
• Be proficient in the basic use of Microsoft Office/ accessing and sending emails, and web browsing.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The role will be exposed to sensitive information; therefore, the role holder is expected to always maintain levels of confidentiality in line with all polices.
• The role holder is expected to be committed to equal opportunities and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 35 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro‑active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre‑employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex‑offenders please see full detailsPotens‑Recruitment‑Ex‑Offenders‑Policy.doc (live.com)

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children and young people within our education facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust safeguarding checks prior to appointment; including enhanced DBS, a minimum of two satisfactory and verified references and online profile checks (Please note the latter will be completed independently of the interview panel and only regarding working with children).

Diversity

We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.