Job Introduction
Caretaker
Grade: G4 Salary: £25,989 – £27,254pa (Pro rata)
Position type: Permanent, part-time
Contract type: Permanent, to start 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible after that.
This post will be for 5 hours per week, with some flexibility available on precise timings. This post is for 45 weeks of the year.
Allington with Sedgebrook C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic caretaker to join the dedicated school team. We are looking for someone who will really care for our school, ensuring it looks its best, is safe and exemplifies the high expectations we have of our children.
We can offer:
• A welcome and caring Christian ethos
• Support to develop your skills
• A hard-working and dedicated team of colleagues
The school invites applications from candidates who can demonstrate:
• Energy, enthusiasm and relevant skills to contribute to our excellent team.
• The ability to work well on their own initiative and, at times, under pressure.
• A commitment to continuous school improvement and a sense of loyalty and pride in the school.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• A good knowledge of health and safety matters
• A high standard of hygiene
• A knowledge of intruder alarms and heating systems
• An understanding of safe working methods in accordance with COSHH assessments.
• The ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively within a team.
This is a key role in ensuring the smooth running and safety of the school.
You will be required to understand and operate the school’s security and fire alarm systems and will be required to open and/or lock up at the end of the day. There will also be an element of outside work maintaining the school grounds and wider site.
There will be a period of induction and safeguarding and first aid training will be required. You will also be expected to take part in routine staff training where relevant.
Please contact Mrs McCaig-Last, Senior Administrator with Bursar Duties on 01400 281685 or via email enquiries@allingtonsedgebrook.lincs.sch.uk to arrange a visit.
Allington with Sedgebrook C of E Primary School,
Marston Lane,
Allington,
Lincolnshire
NG32 2DY
Closing date for applications 1 July 2026.
Interview date to be confirmed.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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.
