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School Caretaker

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Posted on: 20 Oct 2026

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Negotiable Manchester, Greater Manchester Temporary
Job title:
School Caretaker
Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary:
Negotiable

Location: Manchester
Working Hours: Full-time hours, with potential split shifts
Pay Rate: £18 per hour
Employment Type: Temporary to Permanent

We are currently recruiting a reliable, experienced and proactive School Caretaker to work within a school in Manchester.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the school premises, ensuring buildings and grounds remain safe, secure and well maintained, and supporting the day-to-day operation of the school.

Key Responsibilities

  • Opening and closing the school premises as required.

  • Ensuring the security of school buildings and grounds.

  • Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs.

  • Identifying and reporting maintenance issues.

  • Ensuring entrances, external areas and communal spaces are safe and tidy.

  • Assisting with the movement and setup of furniture and equipment.

  • Carrying out routine health and safety checks.

  • Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school site.

Essential Requirements

  • Previous caretaking, facilities or general maintenance experience is essential.

  • An Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service is essential.

  • A reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.

  • Good practical and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently and use initiative.

  • Flexibility to work full days and potential split shifts.

What We Offer

  • A pay rate of £18 per hour.

  • Full-time working opportunities.

  • Potential split-shift arrangements.

  • A temporary-to-permanent employment opportunity.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK.
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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