Caretaker

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Caretaker

Employer
Hounsome Fields Primary School
Location
Basingstoke, Hampshire
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time
Salary
PS2 £27,634 - £29,604 FTE
Start Date
10th August 2026
Expires
25th August 2026 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Job ID
1565331
Job Reference
LSAFeb2025
Start Date
10th August 2026
  • Contract Type :Permanent
  • Job ID: 1565331

We are seeking a reliable, proactive and enthusiastic Caretaker to join our school team. This is a part-time position working 15 hours per week, with the exact working pattern to be discussed at interview. Availability to open the school from 7:00am is essential. There will be opportunities for additional overtime hours to support school lettings and events, and occasional weekend working may be required to meet operational needs.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring our school remains a safe, secure and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. The postholder will be expected to work flexibly to meet the changing needs of the school, balancing planned maintenance and routine duties with day-to-day requirements and responding effectively to emergencies when they arise.

We Can Offer

• A brand-new school building, completed in 2025, with modern facilities and infrastructure.

• A supportive and welcoming team environment.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• A paid annual Wellbeing Day as part of our commitment to supporting staff health and wellbeing.

• Opportunities for continuing professional development.

• Career development opportunities to work, innovate and network across schools within the academy trust.

The Right Candidate

You will be dependable, hardworking and committed to maintaining high standards across the school site. You will take pride in your work, be responsive to the needs of the school community and demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude.

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interviews prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Visits to the school are encouraged. 

START DATE: From mid august onwards

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Safeguarding Statement:

Hounsome Fields Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
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