Caretaker – Secondary School
We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and practical Caretaker to join a secondary school in the Gateshead area, working 36 hours per week throughout the school year, including school holiday periods.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous caretaking, facilities, maintenance, or site management experience who is looking for a consistent role within a busy secondary school environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the school site is safe, secure, clean, and well maintained for pupils, staff, and visitors.
The Role:
- Carry out general caretaking and site management duties across the school premises
- Open and secure the school site as required
- Complete routine health and safety and site security checks
- Carry out basic maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep of the school buildings and grounds
- Identify and report any maintenance, safety, or security issues
- Support contractors and external visitors attending the school site
- Assist with moving furniture, equipment, and other items around the school when required
- Undertake light cleaning duties to maintain a safe and presentable environment
- Ensure the school site remains well maintained during school holidays
- Work closely with the school's leadership and facilities teams to ensure the smooth running of the premises
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have previous experience in a caretaking, facilities, maintenance, or site support role
- Be practical and confident carrying out general maintenance and repair tasks
- Have a good understanding of health and safety and site security
- Be reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently
- Demonstrate good organisation and time management skills
- Have a proactive approach and be willing to undertake a varied range of duties
- Experience working within a school or education setting is desirable but not essential
Why Apply?
- 36 hours per week providing consistent working hours
- Opportunity to work within a welcoming secondary school in the Gateshead area
- Work available throughout the school holiday periods
- Varied role with responsibility for the day-to-day upkeep of the school site
- Weekly pay via PAYE with no hidden deductions
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
Why Work with Education World?
- REC Audited Education Status – Recognised for the highest recruitment standards
- Weekly Pay – Paid every Friday, always on time
- PAYE Only – No umbrella companies or hidden fees
- Free CPD Opportunities – Access to professional development
- Rated 4.9 on Trustpilot – Trusted by hundreds of education professionals
- Dedicated Consultants – Local knowledge and ongoing support
- Candidate-First Approach – Your availability, preferences, and wellbeing always come first
- Referral Bonus – Recommend a friend and earn uncapped rewards (T&Cs apply)
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks in line with regulatory requirements and the REC Code of Professional Practice.
Education World is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
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Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Work Location: In person
