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- Penrose Learning Trust
- Address: Claydon, Ipswich IP6 0EG
- Salary: £26,016 actual per annum
- Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
- Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
- Reference: 5351
Rotating shift pattern - please see job description for details on our website [https://www.penroselearningtrust.uk/]
Claydon Campus is looking for a School Caretaker.
Make a Difference Every Day – More Than Just ‘Fixing Things’ - Join us as a School Caretaker!
At Claydon Campus, we believe that a great learning environment starts with a safe, welcoming, and beautifully maintained school. We aren’t just looking for someone to handle repairs; we’re looking for a motivated and dedicated Caretaker who takes pride in creating a space where students and staff can truly thrive.
If you are an experienced professional looking for your next rewarding challenge, this is your opportunity to become a vital part of our school community.
Your role and impact
Working closely with our Premises Manager and the wider Estates Team, your day-to-day will be dynamic, active, and impactful.
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You will:
- Maintain the campus: Manage ongoing repairs and oversee external contractors to keep our facilities in top shape
- Prioritise safety: Ensure we are fully compliant with all Health and Safety regulations and keep crucial safety records meticulous and up to date
- Support the community: Assist with exciting school events, manage waste systems, and ensure the campus is secure and welcoming
- Drive improvement: Work collaboratively with fantastic colleagues to support sustained, school-wide improvement.
We will offer you:
"We invest in our people so they can invest in our schools."
- Professional growth: You will receive dedicated training and continuous support to develop your existing skills and expand your technical knowledge
- A supportive culture: Join a collaborative, tight-knit team within the Penrose Learning Trust that values your expertise
- A dynamic environment: No two days are the same when you're helping shape the future of both primary and high school students.
Are you the perfect fit?
If you are an experienced, proactive team player who relishes the chance to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
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To find out more
If you would like to discuss the post or visit the school, please call Chris Thomas, Assistant Estates Manager on 01206 489363.
How to apply
Further details on how to apply and an application form can be viewed on our website [https://www.penroselearningtrust.uk/]
We encourage early applications and reserve the rights to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive suitable applications.
Closing date: 9 am, 10 September 2026.
Penrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.
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