Job Type

Full time

Salary Information

£27,132

Job Description

CARETAKER

Full time: 37 hours/week, 52 weeks/year

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

10.00am – 6pm

Salary: £27,132 p.a.

The college is looking for a friendly and adaptable Caretaker who will play an important part in our college community. Reporting to the Site Manager you will be practical and well-motivated. Your duties will include:

• the general appearance and tidiness of the site
• security
• heating and lighting
• non-specialist decorating, DIY tasks and repairs
• liaising with contractors
• porterage
• routine Health & Safety checks as directed

You should be aware of Health and Safety regulations, and a qualification in a practical skill would be an advantage, but not essential. Additional payment is available for evening and weekend lettings worked as part of non-contracted hours.

At Freman College we attach great importance to the condition and appearance of the site and buildings. Over the last few years there has been an extensive programme of building and modernisation, and we need to appoint the right person to help us maintain its current high standard.

If you are interested in joining our friendly and forward-looking team, please look at the recruitment section of our website for further details, a job description and application forms. If you wish to visit the site, please contact the Business Manager, Sam Hebditch via the college office 01763 271818

Application by letter and application form addressed to the Headteacher, Lisa Jones.

Closing date for this post is Monday 11th May 2026

Freman College is an equal opportunities employer. The college has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake child protection screening including online searches, checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

How to apply

If you are interested in further details about this role, please see here for the job description and application forms. Please complete the application form and enclose a covering letter detailing how your skills and experience fit the role, addressed to the Headteacher, Lisa Jones. If you wish to discuss the post further before applying, please contact the Deputy Head, Matt Shearn via the college office 01763 271818

Closing date

Apr 13, 2026