About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, practical and can‑do individual to join our dedicated school community as our Caretaker.
Salary: In accordance with APT&C scales, Dorset Grade SCP 6 – £13.47 per hour (gross annual salary of £25,989, pending NJC 3.3%), to SCP 9 – £14.13 per hour (gross annual salary of £27,254, pending NJC 3.3%). The appointed salary point will be dependent upon experience.
Montacute School is a vibrant all‑age special school for children aged 2–19 with CLDD. The role is more than traditional caretaking – you will help create a safe, welcoming, positive space where pupils can thrive.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the general maintenance, presentation and security of the school site and swimming pool, ensuring the environment remains safe, secure and fit for purpose at all times in accordance with health and safety requirements.
We look for someone who:
- Takes pride in maintaining a safe, welcoming and well‑presented environment.
- Has experience within site management, premises security and/or a school environment (training and support provided).
- Demonstrates strong organisational skills and a proactive approach.
- Has knowledge of health and safety procedures, with a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification, or willingness to undertake training.
- Is friendly, self‑motivated and works well as part of a team.
- Has good IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and email.
- Has experience of pool plant management and ideally holds a current qualification, or is willing to undertake training.
- Brings imagination and creativity to improve the site and the experiences of young people.
- Enjoys working in a lively school environment and interacting positively with children and young people.
We offer
- A welcoming and supportive atmosphere.
- A skilled and dedicated team of hardworking staff.
- The opportunity to work with inspiring children and young people.
- Excellent CPD opportunities.
- An induction programme supported by a mentor.
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, subject to eligibility.
- Holiday entitlement that increases with length of service.
- Access to a staff counselling service.
Key Statements
Montacute School values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with government safer recruitment guidelines.
This role is UK based and right to work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and related amendments. The MOJ’s guidance provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions.
Safeguarding
The school will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of a safeguarding check. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted with care to avoid bias and to ensure suitability only in relevant contexts.
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