Salary: £12.85- £13.47 per hour
Grade: CD
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 10-15 hours per week
Location: Craven, North Yorkshire- Craven Pupil Referral Service
Caretaker (Grade C-D SCP6 £13.47/hr) Cleaner (Grade C-D SCP3 £12.85/hr)
10 - 15 hours per week (each role): split shifts, flexible, out of hours 6am or 3pm start tbc
2 positions available but could be one role for the right candidate
Term time only plus 5 training days (additional weeks out of term time tbc)
Start date would be ASAP to facilitate a hand over
We are seeking a dependable and proactive part-time Caretaker and Cleaner to join Craven Pupil Referral Service. These are both key roles, responsible for ensuring the site is safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained for pupils, staff, and visitors.
The ideal candidate will be practical, self-motivated, and able to manage a range of either cleaning and/or maintenance duties.
The successful candidate will maintain the school premises and grounds in a safe, secure, and operational condition, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and supporting the day-to-day running of the service. We are happy to recruit two people to fulfil these roles but could also create one role for the right person with all skills. There could also be the potential for additional hours, maintaining our garden areas if the candidate also has these skills.
Previous experience in a caretaking or maintenance role would be ideal, with evidence of good practical skills (DIY, repairs, maintenance) and a good understanding of health & safety practises. This role involves working in an educational setting with vulnerable young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and adhere to safeguarding policies at all times.
What We Offer in return:
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Training and development opportunities
- Term-time working pattern with possible additional 4 weeks tbc
- Opportunity to contribute to a positive environment for our young students
If you would like to find out more about this post, please call to speak with Michelle Airey 01756 630495
Application forms to be completed and e-mailed to
[email protected] with subject FAO Michelle Airey.
We will not accept CV or agency applications.
The closing date for this post is 3pm Monday 8th June 2026
It is intended interviews will take place W/C 15th June 2026 and will be confirmed with successful candidates.
Craven PRS is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of all young people and it is expected that all staff this commitment. Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure and barring checks.
School Website: http://www.cravenprs.org.uk/
Information about Term Time Only contracts: Term-time working - FAQs for new employees
Key Dates:
Closing date: Monday 8th June 2026
Interview date: W/C 15th June 2026
Start date: ASAP
Key Documents:
Person Specification- Caretaker
Job Description- Caretaker
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