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Cleaner in Charge / Caretaker

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle · Barnard Castle · County Durham

Job description

Cleaner in Charge / Caretaker

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle are looking to appoint a reliable and motivated Cleaner in Charge / Caretaker to join our friendly school community.

This is an important, hands-on role where you’ll take pride in making our school a clean, safe and welcoming environment for children, staff and visitors every day. If you take pride in your work, like to keep things organised, pay attention to details and take satisfaction in seeing a job well done, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you’ll be doing:
  • Carrying out daily cleaning tasks across the school
  • Ensuring all areas are clean, hygienic and well-presented
  • Taking responsibility for site security, including opening and locking up
  • Supporting event set-ups and deliveries
  • Helping to maintain high health and safety standards
What we’re looking for:
  • Someone dependable, hardworking and able to use their own initiative
  • A person who takes real pride in cleanliness and presentation
  • Good organisational skills with the ability to work independently
  • A flexible, proactive approach to day-to-day tasks
What we offer:
  • Generous annual leave - 27 days, rising to 32 days after 5 years
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • A supportive and welcoming team environment
  • Opportunities to connect and network with others in similar roles
  • Flexible working patterns, that meets both the needs of the school and employee

This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in the smooth running of our school and to make a real difference every day.

Please contact Natalie Carter Sedgewick during term time on 01833 637029 to arrange a tour or if you have any questions regarding the vacancy, hours or start date. Please note school is closed 22 May - 31 May for the half term holidays.

About this school

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11

Good
Pupils
100
Avg teacher salary
£56,905
Pupil:teacher ratio
19.8:1
Academy trust
BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

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Location

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Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8JR