Caretaker (Heathfield Community College)

Package Description

Job Introduction

Pride. Ambition. Community

We are looking to appoint a hardworking and conscientious team player to join our Facilities team as a Caretaker.

You should have attention to detail with regard to caretaking and cleanliness. You should be able to work as part of a team as well as individually. 

Previous experience of working in a school environment would be beneficial but not essential.

Please contact Duncan Bennett, Facilities & Site Services Manager for further details and an informal discussion about the vacancy at dbennett@heathfieldcc.co.uk or 01435 866066 ext 1255.

Closing date: Please complete and return your application form to jobs@heathfieldcc.co.uk by midday Friday 25 April 2025 at the latest.

Start date: ASAP

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for this authority

Working pattern: Full-time (Part time would be considered) 
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional Information

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.

DBS

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Work Permits

We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. 

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

Reasonable adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.