JOB TITLE: Caretaker
BASE: Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy
EMPLOYER: Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust
CONTRACT: Permanent
HOURS: 22.5 hours per week
WEEKS PER YEAR: 52 weeks per year
GRADE / SALARY: Grade 4 Pt 7-12 (£26,402– £28,598)
Pro Rata £16,055- £17,390
CLOSING DATE: Monday 31st August 2026 - Midday
INTERVIEW: Week Commencing Monday 31st August 2026
START DATE: 1st October 2026
Join Our Team
Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a highly motivated, proactive and conscientious Caretaker / Site Supervisor to play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, compliant and welcoming learning environment for our pupils, staff and wider community.
This is a varied and rewarding role that combines traditional caretaking duties with responsibility for supporting statutory compliance, site security, health and safety, contractor management, planned maintenance, sustainability initiatives and the day-to-day operational management of the school site.
The successful candidate will be an important part of the academy team, helping to ensure our buildings and grounds remain safe, compliant, well-maintained and fit for purpose.
About Us
Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy is part of Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust, a family of schools committed to ensuring children achieve exceptional outcomes and develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to thrive.
At Five Rivers, our workforce is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to investing in our people and creating a culture where colleagues are valued, supported and empowered to develop professionally.
Our Workforce Charter has been developed in consultation with trade unions and reflects our commitment to:
- High-quality professional development
- Staff wellbeing and workload reduction
- Career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive working environments
- Flexible and inclusive employment practices
As an employer of choice, the Trust offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities and the chance to work within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
The Role
The successful candidate will support the effective management of the school estate through responsibilities including:
- Site security and keyholding.
- Health and safety compliance.
- Fire safety inspections and monitoring.
- Water hygiene and legionella control tasks.
- Monitoring and reporting building defects.
- Minor maintenance and repair works.
- Contractor supervision and site monitoring.
- Grounds and external area management.
- Compliance record keeping and inspections.
- Supporting sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
- Preparing facilities for school and community use.
- Supporting the Trust's commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant and high-quality learning environment.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Essential
- Has experience in caretaking, facilities, premises management or a similar role.
- Has a good understanding of Health and Safety legislation and safe working practices.
- Has knowledge of COSHH requirements and safe use of cleaning chemicals.
- Understands fire safety procedures and emergency arrangements.
- Can undertake minor maintenance and repair tasks safely and effectively.
- Has good organisational and record-keeping skills.
- Can work independently and prioritise workload effectively.
- Has good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates integrity, professionalism and reliability.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Is willing to undertake training relevant to the role.
Desirable
- Experience working within a school or academy environment.
- Fire Marshal or Fire Warden training.
- Asbestos Awareness training.
- Legionella Awareness or Water Hygiene training.
- IOSH Working Safely or equivalent qualification.
- First Aid qualification.
- Experience using digital maintenance or compliance systems.
- Experience supervising contractors or cleaning staff.
- Experience supporting sustainability or environmental initiatives.
Why Join Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust?
- Comprehensive professional development programme.
- Commitment to staff wellbeing.
- Career progression opportunities across the Trust.
- Supportive and collaborative working culture.
- Opportunity to contribute to a high-performing educational organisation.
- Inclusive and values-led environment.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust is committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to achieve their full potential.
Reasonable adjustments and accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment process where required. Flexible working requests will be considered where operationally appropriate.
Applying
If you believe you have the skills, experience and commitment to help maintain an outstanding learning environment for our pupils, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To apply, please follow the application link below:
https://fiveriversmat.face-ed.co.uk/Emp/Campaign/DetailsEmpView?campaignRef=SCH-FRM-0059
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.
To arrange a visit or informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Sophina Begum (Business Support Manager) [email protected] or 0114 242 0109
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process. Candidates will have the opportunity to discuss any issues identified during interview.
Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all other relevant pre-employment checks.
Pay: £26,402.00-£28,598.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
