Full time

School Caretaker

Pertemps Black Country Perms

Wednesbury, WS10 7BA

£13 per hour

Posted: 17 September 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Closing date: 17 October 2026

Ref: 60930217

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About the Role

Pertemps Black Country Perms seeks a School Caretaker in Wednesbury on a full-time, temporary ongoing contract. Working Monday to Friday, 10:00am–6:00pm, the post pays £13.00 hourly and requires an enhanced DBS check. Daily duties include checking fire exits, flushing water outlets, litter picking, recording utility meters, locking premises and completing general site inspections. The successful candidate reports maintenance defects and health and safety concerns, helping keep the school safe, clean and secure. Practical skills, reliability and a conscientious approach to building upkeep are essential. Prior caretaking or facilities experience within a school setting would prove advantageous for this hands-on position.

Location: Wednesbury
Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00am–6:00pm
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Contract: Temporary/ongoing
DBS: Enhanced DBS required
We are currently recruiting for a School Caretaker to join a school in Wednesbury. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and secure school environment.
Key Responsibilities

Carrying out regular checks of fire exits and ensuring access routes remain clear
Flushing water outlets in line with site procedures
Litter picking and maintaining the cleanliness of the school grounds
Reading and recording utility meters
Locking up the school premises
Carrying out general site and building checks
Reporting any maintenance issues, defects or health and safety concerns
Helping to ensure the school site is safe, secure and well maintained
Assisting with general caretaking duties as required

The Ideal CandidateWe are looking for someone who is:

Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
Practical and hands-on
Able to work independently and use their own initiative
Comfortable carrying out routine checks and general maintenance tasks
Friendly and professional when dealing with staff, pupils and visitors
Able to follow health and safety procedures

Previous caretaking, facilities or maintenance experience is desirable, but candidates with relevant practical experience will also be considered.
Due to the nature of the role and working within a school environment, a prior Enhanced DBS will be required.
If you are looking for a Monday-to-Friday role within a school environment and have a practical, reliable and can-do attitude, we would love to hear from you.

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