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School Caretaker & Lettings Assistant

Queen Emma Primary School · Cambridge · Cambridgeshire

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic School Caretaker & Lettings Assistant to help maintain our school premises to a high standard. You will be responsible for the general upkeep of our site by undertaking maintenance, basic repairs, decorating, cleaning and site security to ensure the school remains safe, clean and welcoming for pupils, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will have good practical DIY skills, be able to work independently and as part of a team and have a good understanding of health and safety. Previous experience in a school environment is not essential. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is essential.

Skills required for this job.

  • Good at proactive practical maintenance and DIY skills
  • Able to carry out basic repairs, decorating and general site maintenance
  • Understanding of the importance of health and safety within a school environment
  • Organised and able to manage a varied workload effectively
  • A good communicator with effective interpersonal skills
  • Committed to keeping our school safe, clean and welcoming for children, staff and visitors
  • Reliable, trustworthy and able to work independently using their own initiative
  • Able to work well leading a small cleaning team
  • Ability to build positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents
  • Flexible and willing to respond to the day-to-day needs of the school
  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
  • Able to undertake relevant training and development opportunities


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About this school

Queen Emma Primary School

Foundation school · Primary · Ages 4–11

Good
Pupils
405
Avg teacher salary
£44,884
Pupil:teacher ratio
22.7:1

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

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 8QY

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Salary
£25,185 - £25,583 FTE (pending April 2026 pay award)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
24 July 2026
Closing date
1 September 2026

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