Caretaker – Full-Time & Weekend Shift Options Available

Salary: £26,000 – £27,500 per annum (FTE)Location: Cold Ash, near Thatcham

An established independent boarding and day school is seeking an experienced and reliable Caretaker to join its friendly and dedicated Estates Team. This role plays a vital part in maintaining a safe, secure, and attractive environment for all pupils, staff, and visitors.

We offer a variety of shift patterns to suit different lifestyles:

Shift Pattern Options

Option 1 – Monday to Friday
• 1:30pm – 9:00pm

Option 2 – Rotating 35-hour week
• Week 1: 1:30pm – 9:00pm
• Week 2: 10:30am – 6:00pm

Option 3 – Weekend Only
• 8:00am – 4:30pm
• Includes residential and up to 25 days holiday cover per year

Option 4 – Weekend Only (48 hours)
• 8:00am Saturday – 8:00am Monday
• No holiday cover

Some relief cover (up to 25 days annually) will require you to work the Residential Caretaker shift pattern, including on-call overnight duties. Onsite accommodation will be provided for these shifts.

About the Role

This is a varied and hands-on position, ideal for someone proactive, trustworthy, and confident in general maintenance tasks. Experience in a school or hotel setting is desirable, and a current driving licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake minor maintenance tasks as directed or reported through the internal system
• Provide out-of-hours site security
• Complete daily lock-up duties, including securing buildings, conducting perimeter checks, and completing security inspections
• Liaise with boarding house staff regarding maintenance issues
• Support with event set-up when required
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and an additional Christmas shutdown
• Delicious free meals while on duty
• Generous pension scheme with 9% employer contributions
• Life insurance & critical illness cover
• Access to modern gym and swimming pool facilities at set times
• Beautiful semi-rural working environment
• A range of staff social events throughout the year

If this fantastic opportunity is of interest to you, please apply below.