Caretaker Facilities - Full-time/Part-time

Ryarsh Primary School, Ryarsh

• Ref:KCC886-2189-244S
• Posted:22/04/2026
• Pay:KR3 (£21,293) pro rata
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:12/05/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:Monday 18th May

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Would you like to play a vital role in helping our children thrive in a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment?

This is an opportunity to join a well-loved school at the heart of its community, where relationships matter and every member of staff plays an important role in supporting children to succeed.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and flexible caretaker to join our dedicated team. This is a key role within the school, ensuring our environment remains clean, safe, secure and ready for learning each day.

The Role

You will:

• Be responsible for the day-to-day security of the school site
• Carry out general maintenance, repairs and basic DIY tasks
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across the school
• Identify and address site issues proactively
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the school

A range of practical DIY skills is essential, and experience in areas such as plumbing would be advantageous. Training will be provided to support you in developing your skills further.

The post is for a minimum of 16 hours per week, working throughout the year, including school holiday periods. Hours can be flexible to meet both your needs and those of the school, with opportunities for additional overtime throughout the year.

Our School

Ryarsh Primary School is a welcoming and supportive place to work. We are proud of our strong sense of community and the positive relationships between staff, pupils and families. Visitors often comment on the warm, friendly atmosphere across the school, reflecting our motto: “forward thinking for a brighter future.”

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, trustworthy and takes pride in their work
• Is proactive and able to work independently
• Has good practical maintenance and DIY skills
• Is flexible and willing to respond to the needs of the school
• Builds positive relationships with staff and the wider school community

What We Offer

• A well-loved school at the heart of its community
• A supportive and friendly staff team
• Opportunities for training and development
• Flexibility to build on your strengths and skills
• A role where you can make a real difference every day

Visits Welcome

We encourage prospective applicants to visit the school to get a feel for our community.

Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

Safeguarding

Ryarsh Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS 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 outcomes, 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 supported 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 empower all members of our community to contribute meaningfully to the life of the school. Every individual 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 deep 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

Fax: (01732) 870600

Documents

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• Person Specification
• Job Description