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We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

• Location: Halsnead Primary School
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time
• Hours: 25 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 29/01/2026 at 17:00
• Reference: EXTERNAL - THE HEATH FAMILY TRUST

Salary: NJC Scale Points 5–6 (£16,750.45 — £17,015.58) Grade 3
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: 25 hours (Part-time) All year around

The Heath Family is centred on raising standards of achievement and aspirations for all students to the highest standard by developing and nurturing both primary and secondary academies.

We are part of a local strategy focussing on increasing choice and diversity in education encompassing innovative approaches to curriculum, teaching and learning, leadership and management.

We place an emphasis on talent management, developing leaders and enhanced professional development for all staff. We also extend our impact in terms of raising standards of education for more young people and help break the cycle of underachievement and low aspirations which is a feature of significant parts of the Merseyside and Cheshire area.

The Heath Family Trust is seeking a dedicated and proactive Caretaker to help maintain clean, safe, and secure school premises across Halsnead Primary School.

The role includes responsibility for the upkeep of buildings and grounds, carrying out cleaning and handyperson tasks, routine maintenance and refurbishment, porterage duties, and minor repairs. The successful candidate will also play a key role in promoting and maintaining high standards of health and safety across Halsnead Primary School.

The postholder will be required to travel to any schools within The Heath Family (NW) but will be primarily based at Halsnead Primary School.

Applicants must have relevant qualifications and experience related to this role, please ensure that you meet the person specification before applying.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and references. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Application closing date: Thursday, 29th January 2026

Shortlisting Date: Monday, 2nd February 2026

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