Caretaker

Role overview

This permanent full-time caretaker position is based at Pendle Vale High School, Oxford Rd, Nelson BB9 8LF. The role runs for 37.5 hours each week, with working hours set to Monday to Friday, 5:30am to 1:30pm. The salary offered is £25,954.50 per year, along with a benefits package.

What the role involves

You will be responsible for the everyday management of the school site in relation to caretaking services. The role also involves building and maintaining a strong working relationship with the school and community groups, while making sure all services are delivered to a consistently high standard. You will support the Area Supervisor in meeting the requirements of the Project Agreement.

Security and clearance

This position requires a DBS clearance, so the ability to pass this check is essential. Applicants must also provide evidence of the right to work in the UK. A relocation package is not available for this role.

Benefits

The benefits package includes paid annual leave plus public holidays, life cover worth 1.5 times annual salary, shopping discounts with major brands and retailers, gym membership discounts, a cycle to work scheme, a holiday purchase scheme, two corporate social responsibility days each year, learning and development opportunities, an employee referral rewards scheme, access to employee networks, and a 24/7 employee assistance programme with access to a mental wellbeing app.

Candidate profile

We are looking for someone with experience in general cleaning, security duties, and basic maintenance of buildings and related plant and systems. You should also have experience supervising others, along with strong communication and customer care skills. A good understanding of health and safety principles is important, as is the ability to organise work, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

About the employer

Equans UK & Ireland provides sustainable facilities management, regeneration services, and energy and digital solutions. The organisation operates across the UK and Ireland and is part of a wider global business operating in 20 countries with 90,000 employees across five continents. Its values include accountability, respect, team spirit, and service focus, with an emphasis on operational excellence, sustainability, and inclusion.

Additional information

Applications are welcomed from women, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and other candidates covered by the Equality Act 2010. Some roles may require a disclosure check, and agency involvement is not required. Any related questions should be directed to the resourcing team rather than hiring managers.