Job Introduction
North Cockerington CE Primary School
Caretaker
G4 (Point 9 - 12) £25,989 - £27,254pa pro rata
Actual salary £3,157—£3,311pa
Monday-Friday (5hrs per week), 41 weeks of the year
The other position (advertised separately) is at
East Wold CE Primary School
Caretaker
G4 (Point 9 - 12) £25,989 - £27,254pa pro rata
Actual salary £3,946—£4,139pa
Monday-Friday (6.25hrs per week), 41 weeks of the year
Potential to take on both contracts
Hours to be discussed at interview. Both to start as soon as possible
East Wold and North Cockerington CE Primary Schools are small, friendly and inclusive village primary schools located on the outskirts of Louth.
We are looking for a caretaker(s) to join our hard-working and dedicated school teams. The successful candidate(s) will carry out a range of duties to ensure safety, security and maintenance of the sites and premises.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Be responsible for the ordering of any site related materials required for the premises and secure storage thereof.
• Report to the Bursar all matters relating to the premises.
• Carry out caretaking duties as directed by the Bursar as outlined on the job description sheet e.g. minor repairs to the fabric of the building and/or equipment and any adhoc tasks that may be required e.g. building furniture/putting up shelves etc.
• Be a key holder for the school premises where necessary. To be responsible for the routine and non-routine (emergencies) opening and closing of the premises.
• Be responsible for the regular checking and testing of the fire alarm warning system sounders in line with Lincolnshire County Council guidance contained in the Health and Safety Policy, recording the event and issues arising. Checking heating, water and testing battery banks for emergency lights where relevant. Checking of and recording fire equipment checks. Regular checking and recording the condition and safety of tools and equipment I line with the Provision of Work Equipment Regulations. Reporting any failures to the Bursar.
• Ensure that all external areas, paths and drives remain free from litter and hazardous materials and that all drains and gullies are free flowing and clean as appropriate. To clear pathways of snow and apply salt when required keeping records of this action.
• Deal with lettings if and when required as agreed with the Bursar.
Further information is available from: The School Office, The Spire Federation (East Wold and North Cockerington C of E Primary Schools), School Lane, North Cockerington, Louth, LN11 7EP Tel: 01507 327258, email address; NCoffice@thespirefederation.co.uk.
An application form and job description can be downloaded from our website –
www.north-cockerington.lincs.sch.uk
CLOSING DATE: 12th July 2026. Interviews TBC
Please note only applicants selected for interview will receive a response
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Children Barred list, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. Applicants may be subject to a social media presence check.
The ability to converse at ease with people and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
