Caretaker (Robertsbridge Community College)

Package Description

Job Introduction

Robertsbridge Community College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Caretaker to join our highly-motivated team at an exciting time in the schools’ growth. The Caretaker will be responsible on behalf of the Headteacher for the Health and Safety of the site and security of the school premises and will need to maintain any machinery or plant within the school, maintain the internal and external fabric of the school premises as a safe and secure working environment.  

Our ideal candidate will have: 

•  A flexible attitude.
• Good communication skills.
• A friendly and outgoing personality.
• The ability to learn to undertake new tasks. 
• The ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team. 
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks;  
• Has experience of carrying out basic DIY tasks / general building maintenance works (Essential)
• Relevant qualifications and/or experience in specialist building maintenance work in one or more areas e.g. carpentry, plastering, glazing, plumbing, electricity etc. 
• Able to follow and give clear instructions.
• Experience of a similar background desirable but not essential.  
  
  

In return, we offer: 

•  A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues. 
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do.  
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals. 
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances. 
• A college in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful. 
• We would be pleased to welcome you for an informal visit to our school prior to application. 
  
  

To apply please see attached Application Pack. Please send your application, outlining your suitability for the role against the enclosed person specification and job description, by email to hstedman@robertsbridge.org.uk. Alternatively, submit your application to the HR Officer, Aquinas, Magpie Hall Lane, Bromley, BR2 8HZ. 

Robertsbridge Community College is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 9.00 am on Friday 2 May 2025

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.