Caretaker Work, Jobs in Bishop Auckland, Eng (with Salaries)

Resident Caretaker & Maintenance Operative
Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation —Durham
- £24,847 a year
- Weekend availability
- Maintenance
- Plumbing
- Driving
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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- £25,460 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Supervising experience
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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- £13.28 - £13.47 an hour
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- Employee discount
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KeyPoint —Sunderland
- £14 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- School
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Resident Caretaker & Maintenance Operative

Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation -
Durham

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£24,847 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Discounted or free food
Company pension
Canteen
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Maintenance
Plumbing
Driving
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Looking for a varied, hands-on role where you can make a real difference every day?

Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation is seeking a reliable, practical and proactive Resident Caretaker & Maintenance Operative to join our Estates Team.

This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards and wants to become an integral part of a thriving independent school community.

About the Role

You'll be responsible for helping maintain our buildings and grounds, carrying out minor repairs and supporting the day-to-day operation of the School.

The role includes:

General building maintenance and DIY repairs.
Basic plumbing and mechanical maintenance.
Setting up for School events, examinations and lettings.
Supporting the security of the School, including evening locking-up and providing an out-of-hours presence on site.
Occasional cover for the School's transport service (subject to the appropriate driving entitlement).

This is a full-time residential position, with on-site accommodation provided. The working pattern will generally be five days out of seven, including regular evening and weekend working.

We're looking for someone who:

Has practical maintenance or caretaking experience.
Has basic plumbing and mechanical knowledge.
Is proactive, reliable and able to work independently.
Takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment.
Holds a full UK driving licence.
Is willing to live in the accommodation provided as part of the role.

D1 driving entitlement and previous school caretaking experience would be advantageous but are not essential.

Why join us?

On-site accommodation provided.
A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
Friendly and supportive colleagues.
The opportunity to become a valued member of a thriving independent school community.

Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and all appropriate pre-employment checks.

Please submit a completed application form to [email protected].

The closing date for applications is Friday 17 July 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Pay: £24,847.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Free parking
On-site parking
Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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