Are you passionate about caretaking, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service? Vertas is looking for a dedicated Caretaker to join our Facilities Team.
Who are Vertas?
Vertas delivers trusted, integrated facilities management solutions across Great Britain. Our team of 5,000 colleagues provides a comprehensive range of facilities services, including cleaning, catering, property design, recruitment, transport, and environmental management. You'll find us putting the customer at the heart of everything we do, while prioritising our colleagues' health, safety and wellbeing.
About the Role
Based at Lantern Lane Primary School Annex, LE12 6QN, you will be working split shifts, 7:00am to 8:30am and 4:30pm to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, working 15 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
You'll play a key role in providing high quality caretaking services to oversee the maintenance, safety, security and cleanliness of the school site.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out day to day maintenance and minor repairs
- Opening and securing the school site
- Ensuring heating, lighting and alarm systems are operating correctly
- Carrying out and recording basic checks and maintaining Health and Safety records
- Monitoring site stocks and undertaking cleaning duties where required
- Maintaining external areas to ensure they are safe and presentable
- Supporting contractors on site and reporting any defects or maintenance issues
- Demonstrating Health and Safety awareness and a willingness to attend training courses, all training will be provided
Who are we looking for?
- Great customer service and communication skills with experience in a similar setting
- A team player providing an excellent service across the Vertas Group
- The ability to make the best decisions with Vertas in mind
- Listening and responding to colleagues, customers and suppliers to achieve the best outcome
- The ability to adapt and respond to change in a growing organisation
What You'll Bring
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
- Good attention to detail to ensure high maintenance and site standards are met
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Practical maintenance and DIY skills
- A proactive and reliable approach to work
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Apply Today
If you're ready to bring your skills to a company that values people and places, apply now and start your journey with Vertas.
