Job Title: Caretaker, Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School
Reference: REQ23111
Salary: £26,209 Pro‑rate (pay award pending)
Contract: 25 hours per week, part time, split shift (6:15 am – 8:45 am and 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm), 52 weeks per year
Location: Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School, Rotherham
Date posted: 26/05/2026
Job description
Directorate: Corporate Services. Permanent, part time, 25 hours per week, split shift (6:15am – 8:45am and 3:30pm – 6:00pm), 52 weeks per year. Additional hours may be available depending on service needs and a degree of flexibility is required.
Are you a practical, proactive, and reliable individual who takes pride in maintaining safe and welcoming environments? We’re looking for a dedicated Caretaker to join the friendly team at Ryecroft Infant School. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a rewarding school setting, supporting the day‑to‑day operations and ensuring the site is secure, clean, and well‑maintained.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Opening and closing the school premises daily
- Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance
- Ensuring the site is safe and accessible during adverse weather
- Supporting school events such as parents’ evenings and meetings
- Acting as a key holder and responding to emergencies when needed
- Assisting with cleaning tasks when required
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in building and site maintenance
- Basic repair skills and practical know‑how
- Understanding of Health & Safety regulations
- Knowledge of building security procedures
- Ability to work with contractors and tradespeople
- Strong literacy and numeracy skills
- A flexible and positive attitude
Why Join Us
- Be part of a supportive and growing Facilities Services Team
- Enjoy a stable, permanent role with a clear schedule
- Make a real difference in a vibrant school community
There will also be a requirement for emergency cover on occasion, and the ability to carry out cleaning tasks in line with cleaning specifications when needed.
Important Note
Please do not contact the school directly regarding this vacancy. Facilities Services is the service provider managing the recruitment process and will oversee the successful candidate’s employment and ongoing management.
Contact
Contact us at: CleanerRecruitment@rotherham.gov.uk
EEO Statements
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. For further information, please visit our website.
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