Average Caretaker salary in Blackpool

Join Our Team as a School Caretaker in Blackpool! Are you a practical, reliable, and proactive individual with a strong sense of responsibility and a commitment to maintaining a safe and well-cared-for school environment? If you have previous experience as a school caretaker, we want to hear from you! A primary school in Blackpool is looking for a dedicated School Caretaker to join our friendly and hardworking team on a temporary contract. Caretakers play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school and providing a safe and pleasant environment for our students and staff. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and is committed to maintaining high standards. About the Role: As our School Caretaker, you will be responsible for a wide range of duties related to the upkeep, security, and maintenance of the school buildings and grounds. You will be a key point of contact for site-related issues and will work closely with the School Business Manager and other staff members. We are seeking caretakers to support on temporary contracts with schools between Monday and Friday, operating term time and paid hourly. Key Responsibilities Security: Opening and closing the school premises, ensuring the site is secure, operating alarm systems, and responding to security call-outs (if applicable).Maintenance: Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance tasks, such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic electrical work (within competence).Grounds Maintenance: Maintaining the school grounds, including litter picking, sweeping, gritting pathways in winter, and basic gardening tasks.Cleaning Oversight: Monitoring the work of cleaning staff to ensure the school is clean and tidy, and potentially undertaking some cleaning duties as required.Health and Safety: Ensuring the school premises are safe and comply with health and safety regulations, including carrying out risk assessments and reporting any hazards.Porterage: Moving furniture, equipment, and deliveries around the school site.Lettings and Events: Assisting with the setup and clear-down for school events and external lettings.Waste Management: Overseeing the collection and disposal of waste and recycling.General Duties: Responding to staff requests for assistance with site-related issues, maintaining records, and undertaking other reasonable duties as directed by the School Business Manager.Keyholding: Being a keyholder for the school and being available for emergencies outside of normal working hours (as per contract). What We Are Looking For We are specifically seeking candidates with proven experience as a caretaker in a school or similar environment. You should also possess: Practical skills and experience in general maintenance and DIY.A good understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to a school environment.The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.Good communication and interpersonal skills.A proactive and can-do attitude.Reliability, trustworthiness, and a strong sense of responsibility.Physical fitness to carry out the duties of the role.Basic qualifications in relevant trades (e.g., plumbing, electrical) are desirable.A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. For more information pleasse contact Kara on or

Are you passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment for students?Do you have a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to maintenance? Are you immediately available for work in the Blackpool area?If so, we have the perfect temporary opportunity for you! We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Site Supervisor or Caretaker to join our team to support schools in the Blackpool area. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining the school's facilities and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. We are recruiting for various short-term and long-term temporary posts - with hours varying from 25 to 37 hours per week. Your new role Structural and Equipment Maintenance: Identify and coordinate repairs for any issues, premises, or equipment malfunctions, reporting them as appropriate. Housekeeping Standards: Oversee housekeeping standards and escalate any concerns.Routine Inspections and Maintenance: Support the Site Manager in performing regular compliance checks, tests, and maintenance tasks. Maintain accurate records to ensure compliance with legal requirements (e.g. legionella checks, water, fire safety checks etc) and report any issues.Safety Procedures: Adhere to specific safety protocols during all activities and promptly report any safety concerns.Emergency Access: Facilitate access to the premises and classrooms during emergencies such as snow, minor flooding, or similar situations.Maintenance Room Organisation: Keep maintenance rooms organised and ensure items are clearly labelled for easy identification by staff and contractors, including the Site Office and Cleaner's rooms.Policy Compliance: Follow policies and procedures related to child protection, health, safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection (including GDPR), and report all concerns to the appropriate person. What you'll need to succeed Experience in a similar role, ideally within an education setting is preferred.Strong organisational and communication skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Knowledge of health and safety regulations.Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in supporting Blackpool schools as a site supervisor, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

School Site Supervisor Location: Blackpool Covering two school sites in Blackpool Contract Type: Temporary Contract Dates: September 2025 - January 2026 Hours: Split Shift, Monday to Friday: Mornings: 7:00 AM - 9:45 AM (at School Site 1)Afternoons: 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM (at School Site 2) Are you an experienced and proactive Site Supervisor looking for a rewarding temporary role within a supportive educational environment? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and reliable School Site Supervisor to manage the facilities and grounds across two vibrant primary schools in [Town/Area]. This unique role requires a dynamic individual who can efficiently manage their time between two locations, ensuring the smooth and safe operation of both sites. The Role: Each day will begin at our first school site in the mornings, where you will undertake essential opening duties and checks. In the afternoons, you will transition to our second school site to manage closing procedures and afternoon tasks. Key Responsibilities As a School Site Supervisor, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks crucial to the daily functioning and safety of both school sites, including: Gate Management: Opening the school gates in the morning, being present for duty, and ensuring they are securely locked at closing time.Milk Distribution: Distributing milk to all classrooms first thing each morning.Site Checks: Conducting regular visual checks of the school premises on a daily and weekly basis, completing required forms.Furniture Movement: Assisting with the movement of furniture, including chairs and tables, as needed for various school activities or events.Maintenance & Cleaning Support: Performing some light maintenance tasks and general cleaning duties, as well as supporting the work of the cleaning team where required.Waste Management: Disposing of rubbish and recycling from classrooms to the bin store each evening.General Site Upkeep: Contributing to the overall upkeep, security, and health and safety of the school buildings and grounds. We are looking for someone who: Has previous experience as a School Caretaker, Site Supervisor, or in a similar facilities management role.Is highly organised, reliable, and able to work independently.Possesses excellent practical skills and a good understanding of health and safety regulations.Is able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils, and visitors.Has a valid UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (desirable due to split site). What We Offer: Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability (daily, short-term, and potentially long-term roles).Valuable experience in a variety of school settings to enhance your professional development.Competitive daily rates of pay, in line with your experience and the role.Dedicated support from experienced education consultants who understand your needs.Opportunities for potential permanent roles within our partner schools.Guidance and support as you navigate your early career.Access to CPD opportunities to further your professional growth. For more information please contact Kara on or