Caretaker Facilities - Part-time

Ryarsh Primary School, Ryarsh

Ref:KCC886-2189-212S
Posted:13/02/2024
Pay:Kent Range 4
Start Date:Immediate
App Close Date:26/02/2024 at 09:00
Interviews:Wednesday 28th February

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Would you like to be part of our school team, helping our children to thrive in a safe and welcoming school environment?

In order to increase our site management capacity, we are looking to appoint a new caretaker for our school The overall purpose of this role is to be responsible for the security, safety, cleanliness and general maintenance of the school site. To ensure that the premises are fit for purpose and meet the requirements of health and safety legislation and the curriculum.

The post is for a minimum of 10 hours a week throughout the year (including in school holiday periods), with flexible working hours required to meet the varying needs of the school. Ideally, we are lloking for someone to undertake the role for 2 days per week, but for the right candidate, the position can also be offered on a more flexible basis. The post holder will need be able to attend to "call outs" outside of normal working hours with the possibility to work additional hours as required.

Core Responsibilities

Security & Maintenance of the premises & grounds
To undertake basic maintenance of heating, lighting, plumbing, security systems, building fabric, decoration, furniture fixtures & fittings and grounds to ensure they operate safely and efficiently, are clean and free from litter.
To carry out basic safety checks on playground equipment and water hygiene
To check the site and buildings for damage and security issues on arrival at the premises, and to report any defects of building, furniture, fittings and equipment to the Business Manager, ensuring that serious hazards are reported immediately
To ensure that clear passage is maintained on emergency escape route
To undertake cleaning duties as required such as internal windows, spillage or leaks, site tidiness such as leaf sweeping

Please state experience and skills and strengths clearly in your application. If you require further details please contact the school office. Visits to the school are welcome, please ring 01732 870 600 for further information.

Ryarsh Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to the position will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure check.

Information about the school

At Ryarsh Primary School, we recognise that while outcomes matter, they only tell part of the story.

Schools rightly spend time analysing measurable success—assessment scores, progress, work in books and pupil voice. We are proud of the strong outcomes our children achieve. However, we believe that what truly defines a school cannot always be measured. It is found in the culture we create, the relationships we build and the way every member of our community is supported to thrive.

When you join Ryarsh Primary School, you become part of something more than a workplace—you become part of a family. We do not use that term lightly. Whilst communities can be formed through circumstance or location, we see ourselves as a family because we are bound together by strong, meaningful relationships.

Within our Ryarsh family, everyone—regardless of age or role—is a learner. We are a community where minds are nurtured and challenged, where curiosity is encouraged, and where every individual is given the opportunity to grow and flourish. Our approach is rooted in thoughtful, research-informed practice, enabling us to remain reflective, innovative and continually striving to improve.

We believe in working collaboratively and with purpose. We listen carefully, value every voice and seek to empower all stakeholders to contribute to the life of the school. Every person within our community plays a vital role in shaping what makes Ryarsh such a special place.

There is something quietly powerful about what happens here each day—a sense of belonging, care and shared purpose. It is this that truly defines Ryarsh Primary School.

Job Contact Information

Name:Mr Daniel Childs, Headteacher
Address:Birling Road, Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent, ME19 5LS
Telephone: (01732) 870600
Email: headteacher@ryarsh.kent.sch.uk

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