About Us
The Meads Primary School is located on the southern edge of East Grinstead, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The school’s aim is to provide children with the best learning opportunities in order to reach their full potential, based on our strong values-led ethos and curriculum centred on Kindness, Respect, Community, Curiosity and Independence.
We have a wonderful outside learning environment which is used to support the children’s learning.
Our policies are designed to support the children to become citizens of modern Britain with a clear understanding of right and wrong and the development of responsibility in making the right choices about their behaviour, appreciating diversity and having empathy with others. Pupils also have the opportunity from Year R to take on responsibilities for their community through a variety of elected councils and posts.
Job Details
Salary: Grade 5
Contract type: Permanent, part time
Working days: 5 days a week- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Working hours: 30 hours a week
Location: The Meads Primary School, East Grinstead
Interview: Wednesday 24th June 2026
What You Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role you will need to:
- Have practical maintenance or caretaking experience (school experience desirable but not essential)
- Have a good understanding of health and safety practices
- Be reliable, flexible, and able to work independently
- Have good organisational and communication skills
- Take pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment
- Be willing to undertake training relevant to the role
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive and supportive induction programme
- Excellent ongoing CPD
- Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
- Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
Further Information
The Meads Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please use the link below:
The Meads Primary School Vacancies
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
Job Reference: SCHO02498
