Caretaker | Good Primary School | Birmingham

A friendly and well-established Good primary school in Birmingham is seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join its facilities team with an ASAP start . This is a full-time, permanent position , ideal for someone with experience in school maintenance, security, and site management who takes pride in creating a safe and welcoming environment.

About the School

This Good-rated primary school in Birmingham is known for its supportive leadership, positive culture, and focus on providing a safe and nurturing environment for pupils. The school values staff who are committed, dependable, and able to maintain high standards across the site.

The caretaker plays a vital role in ensuring the school premises are safe, secure, and well-maintained, enabling pupils and staff to focus on teaching and learning.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, security, and general upkeep of the school site. You will work closely with the leadership team and facilities staff to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs around the school site

• Ensuring buildings, grounds, and facilities are clean, safe, and secure

• Monitoring heating, lighting, and other building systems

• Supporting health and safety compliance, including fire safety and risk assessments

• Responding to emergencies and performing minor repairs as required

• Assisting with the setup of school events, assemblies, and activities

• Liaising with contractors and service providers as needed

Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience in maintenance, caretaking, or facilities management, ideally in a school environment

• Be confident using hand tools, basic maintenance equipment, and safety procedures

• Demonstrate excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

• Be reliable, proactive, and able to work independently

• Understand health and safety regulations and compliance requirements

• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

Why Join This School

• Good-rated primary school with a supportive leadership team

• Friendly and collaborative working environment

• Opportunities to develop skills and contribute to the wider school community

• Positive and safe working environment

Salary

Competitive, depending on experience.

Application

To apply for this Caretaker role in Birmingham , please submit your CV .