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Temporary

Caretaker

PPM Recruitment
Knowsley
money-bag £13.02/hour
Posted: 30 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 30 October 2026
Ref: 225665969

We are currently recruiting for a Caretaker for Knowsley Schools.

General Overview:

* The role covers all aspects of general site management including, planned and reactive building maintenance, porterage, security, reception and being a key link between Equans and the school.
* To present a front always facing customer service attitude to the customer.
* To always ensure security of the building.
* To maintain the Equans site visitor book including signing in of contractors.
* Carrying out work safely and efficiently as directed by the Site Manager or other manager as well as using your own initiative.
* Ensuring all equipment used is in good repair and used to company / manufacturer''s instructions.
* Maintain all company documentation in accordance with required contractual and legal standards.
* Carry out any reactive tasks that may be required during the school day.
* Engage in Toolbox Talks and other company H&S requirements.
* To lock and unlock the school building.
* Report any accidents, near misses, health and safety or environmental issues to the Accident Reporting Helpline or to the Site Manager.
* Manage any external contractors on site to company and H&S guidelines and issue permits to access as required.
* Carry out meter readings monthly.
* To carry out temporary and permanent reactive repairs as required.
* Complete planned maintenance as directed including fire alarm testing, L8 testing.
* Provide a customer focused Equans presence to the site.
* To be vigilant to the security of the school by carrying out site security tours.
* Respond to school requests in a timely manner.
* Complete minor works as required including painting and putting up notice boards etc.
* Ensure COSHH guidelines are followed including safe storage of chemicals.
* Able to prioritise and work under pressure.
* Carry out porterage requests as and when required.
* Adhere to company policies.
* Manage the building when Community Use are present on site..
* Undertake any other duties and responsibilities that may reasonably be expected by the Site Manager.
* To partake in relevant training as and when required.
* To complete overtime out of hours as and when required.
* To present themselves in a public environment and be able to communicate in a customer

Monday - Friday- early shift (Apply online only), late shift (Apply online only). Occasional weekend work also required. 37.5hr week with 30min break per day. Must be flexible to cover these shifts.

-13.02 PAYE

-13.02 PAYE

Enhanced DBS required.

PPE provided but must have own safety boots/shoes.

Must be able to drive as may be required multiple schools across Knowsley from any of the following:

LC2a - All Saints Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, L33 8XF
LC4 - Knowsley Community College, Stockbridge Lane, Huyton, L36 3SD
LC5 - Lord Derby Academy, Seel Road, Huyton, L36 6DG
LC6 - The Prescot School - Knowsley Park Lane, Prescot, L34 3NB
LC7 - St Edmund Arrowsmith, Cumber Lane, Whiston, Prescot, L35 2XG
LC8 - Halewood Academy, The Avenue, Halewood, Liverpool, L26 1UU
LC9 - Kirkby High School, Bracknell Avenue, Liverpool, L32 9PP
LC9A - Bluebell Park School. Cawthorne Close, Liverpool, L32 3XQ

Most likely will be working on LC9A or LC6 but will be confirmed upon offer.

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