Caretaker

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker ( hours of work Monday - Thursday 10:30 to 18:30, Friday 11:00 to 18:30) to help maintain a safe, secure, clean, and well-presented school environment. Reporting to the Premises Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation, security, and upkeep of the school premises. The position could be considered at 52 weeks for the right candidate. We are also flexible on start time for the position but the finish time for each day will be 18:30.

Key Responsibilities

• Locking/unlocking buildings and carrying out security checks
• Responding to alarms and monitoring fire safety equipment
• Undertaking minor repairs, maintenance, and decorating duties
• Maintaining cleanliness of internal and external areas, including gritting in winter
• Conducting site inspections and reporting maintenance issues
• Supporting health & safety standards across the academy
• Assisting with deliveries, lettings, portering, and supervising cleaning staff

About You

• Practical maintenance or caretaking experience
• Good understanding of health & safety procedures
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible approach with good communication skills

This is a great opportunity to support the smooth day-to-day running of a busy school site

Why King Alfred’s Academy?

King Alfred’s is proud to be part of the Cambrian Trust, a network of schools that values collaboration, professional growth, and career advancement. Being part of our team means benefiting from the resources and support of nearby Trust schools and other local and regional partnerships. King Alfred’s Academy is located in Wantage, easily accessible from Oxford, Swindon, Newbury, Abingdon, and Didcot.

The Perks of Working with Us:

• Full support for professional development and future training (CPD)
• Recognition of prior, continuous service
• Generous holiday allowance, increasing with service
• Employees may join a staff Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program via confidential telephone service & downloadable App.
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Opportunity to join school trips to destinations like Normandy, Barcelona, Austria, Canada, and the USA
• Blue Light Card discount eligibility
• Free car parking
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Subsidised gym membership / Use of school gym

At King Alfred’s Academy, our mission is “Opportunity for All”— a value we are passionate about delivering daily for our students and staff. If you’re excited to contribute to a supportive school with strong, positive values and believe you’re the right fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you!

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Premises Manager via HR on 01235 225700

Cambrian Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.