Caretaker/ Gardener

Oxford High School – GDST, Oxford, OxfordshireContract: Permanent, Full‑time, 36‑hour week (working five days a week with occasional early, late and weekend shifts). Start date: As soon as possible. Salary: £27,171, plus benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Site & Security
  • Assist in securing school premises, locking/unlocking buildings and monitoring alarms and surveillance systems.
  • Ensure external areas, gym and swimming pool are secure when not in use.
  • Support the maintenance of access systems, locks and keys.
• Premises Maintenance
  • Carry out general repairs and maintenance to buildings, furniture and equipment.
  • Support planned preventive maintenance and respond promptly to emergency repairs.
  • Monitor heating, lighting, water systems, fire alarms and other site services.
  • Maintain records relating to safety checks and inspections.
• Grounds & Gardening
  • Maintain landscaped areas, lawns, hedges, planted areas and sports fields across all school sites.
  • Carry out mowing, pruning, planting, watering, weeding and seasonal garden maintenance.
  • Keep school grounds free from litter and vegetation debris.
  • Maintain gardening equipment and report faulty tools or machinery.
  • Assist in designing and developing attractive planting schemes.
• Health & Safety
  • Follow all health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
  • Assist with fire safety checks, evacuation procedures and site safety routines.
  • Support waste management and site cleanliness.
  • Provide emergency first aid if qualified.
• General Duties
  • Assist with porterage, deliveries and room setups for school events.
  • Support school functions, lettings and open days when required.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with staff, pupils, parents and contractors.
  • Opportunity to assist with minibus driving following appropriate training.

About You

• Have practical maintenance and gardening experience.
• Be organised, dependable and able to work independently.
• Take pride in maintaining high standards across the school environment.
• Have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Be flexible to support occasional evening or weekend requirements.
• Hold a driving licence (desirable).

About Oxford High School

Since its foundation over 150 years ago, Oxford High School GDST has been innovative and pioneering in its approach to girls’ education. It is a vibrant place to work, committed to investing in staff development through training and learning initiatives within the Girls’ Day School Trust network.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• Free school lunches
• Discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

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