Assistant Caretaker
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 6.30am - 2.45pm
Work pattern: 36 hours per week, All year around (52 weeks)
Salary information: Scale 4, £30,288 - £31,611 per annum (dependent upon experience)
Start date: ASAP
Lady Bankes Primary School is looking to appoint an Assistant Caretaker/Handyperson to join our site staff team. We occupy a beautiful two storey Grade II listed building, with a large outside space that includes two playgrounds and a sports field. We are looking for someone to help maintain and look after this wonderful old building and work with our very experienced Site Manager and Caretaker. This role will be busy and varied and does require someone who doesn’t mind early mornings! If you believe you are the right person for this role we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is practical and able to turn their hand to the various tasks maintaining a large school like ours requires.
- Has the relevant experience needed for this role and is able to provide high quality support as part of the site team.
- Is a team player with a positive attitude and a sense of humour.
As a school we will provide the successful candidate with:
- A comprehensive CPD programme and support for career development.
- A friendly and inclusive environment.
- The opportunity to play a part in the continued success of the school.
If we have not quite convinced you to apply yet, here are some quotes from our recent Outstanding Ofsted Inspection report, highlighting what they love about Lady Bankes Primary School:
“Lady Bankes Primary School is a school for everyone.”
"Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. They demonstrate high levels of respect and kindness towards one another.”
“The warm and nurturing relationships between staff and pupils sit at the heart of the school’s effectiveness.”
“Leaders are considerate of staff well-being…..staff are proud to work here and are highly valued”.
Visits to the school are positively encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable date and time on 01895-634318 or contact us by email at office@ladybankes.school.
Closing date: Friday 22nd May 2026 at Midday
Interview dates: Week Commencing Monday 1st June
Further information: Early applications are strongly encouraged to avoid disappointment. Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered and interviews offered before the deadline for the right candidates. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time if there are a high level of applications.