Caretaker - Totnes Independent School
- Multiple Locations
- Part Time
- £20 per hour
We are looking for a reliable, proactive ,capable and flexible person to join our small and friendly team.
Required to start 1st September 2025.
Reporting to: Simon Bowley; Headteacher
Responsible for: Ensuring the school site is ready for the school day and complies to health and safety regulations. Key holder.
Skills and Knowledge
• Good basic knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
• DIY skills to include painting and decorating, remedial works and maintenance.
• Basic IT skills would be desirable, but not essential as full training will be given
• Ability to assist the Health and Safety Lead with audits and reporting.
Prospective candidates are very welcome to visit the school or make contact for an informal chat. Please contact the HR Manager for initial enquiries - jen@top-school.co.uk
Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
Some of the advantages of working with us:
● Excellent staff wellbeing programme
● Excellent opportunities for professional development
● Flexibility and autonomy
● Competitive salary and pension
About us:
Totnes Independent School is a non-punitive, independent school for children aged between 11 and 16. By having small class sizes, a non-punitive culture, an ethos of LARS (Love, Acceptance, Respect and Safety), no homework, a strong personal development program, and a focus on nurturing relationships, we are able to give our students the confidence and support to enjoy their learning and realise their full potential.
Totnes Independent School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS. All other relevant checks, including internet searches will be undertaken. Transgender applicants may wish to use the DBS service's sensitive applications route.
Totnes Independent School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.
For more information about us and to apply please visit our website: https://totnesindependentschool.co.uk/.
Interviews following successful application and references.
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationSouth HamsDevonSouth Devon
- Work Postcode
TQ9 5JT
- Reference
JS06871
- Occupational GroupManual (Caretaking/Cleaning/Driving/Catering/
- Salary Details
£20 per hour
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypePart Time
- Hours
15 hours per week (based on a 3 hour day, but with the flexibility to bank hours and work longer days when required. Suggested hours 7am - 10am Monday - Friday) All year round
- Closing Date
18/06/2025
- DBS Check Required
Yes