£29,542 - £32,046 per year
⚠️ Only 6 days left to apply
Deadline: Monday, 9 November 2026
Type
Full Time
Start Date
Negotiable
Experience
Not specified
Visa / Relocation
Not provided
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About the Role
Farnham Academy is seeking a hardworking, practical and enthusiastic caretaker to help ensure its school site and buildings operate safely and smoothly each day. This is a permanent, full-time, all-year-round role starting in December 2026.
The post involves 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, working split shifts. The salary is £29,542 to £32,046 per year (actual), Scale 5, SCP 12–17. This opportunity would suit a dependable individual who takes pride in maintaining a secure, welcoming and well-presented environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out routine caretaking and cleaning duties across the school.
Complete minor repairs and general maintenance tasks within the limits of the role.
Support planned and reactive maintenance activities.
Help ensure that school buildings and grounds remain safe, secure and operational.
Identify and report site issues promptly, supporting effective day-to-day premises management.
Work reliably across the required split-shift pattern from Monday to Friday.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the UK and will be required to complete relevant pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. CVs are not accepted, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What We Offer
A permanent, full-time position within a primary academy.
37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
An all-year-round working pattern.
A salary of £29,542 to £32,046 per year (actual) on Scale 5, SCP 12–17.
Access to appropriate professional development and a workplace pension scheme.
The opportunity to make a visible contribution to a safe and positive school environment.
Applications close at 9am on 9 November 2026.
About the School
Farnham Academy is a primary academy in Bradford, West Yorkshire, educating approximately 441 children aged 2 to 11 across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. The school aims to provide a safe, inclusive and supportive environment in which pupils can learn and thrive.
The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Recruitment follows statutory safeguarding guidance, and any appointment may be subject to DBS, medical, right-to-work, reference and online checks, as appropriate.
Benefits & Perks
About Farnham Academy
Farnham Academy is a primary academy in Bradford, West Yorkshire, serving approximately 441 children aged 2 to 11. Its provision spans the early years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. The academy seeks to maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive environment in which every pupil can learn, develop and thrive. Its approach reflects a clear commitment to pupils’ welfare and to creating a welcoming school community for children, families, staff and visitors.
The academy’s size enables it to serve a broad primary-age community while providing continuity from nursery-age provision through to the end of Key Stage 2. Safeguarding is central to its work, with recruitment and employment practices following statutory guidance. Relevant pre-employment screening may include enhanced DBS, medical, right-to-work, reference and online checks, demonstrating the school’s focus on maintaining a secure environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Working at Farnham Academy offers the opportunity to make a practical and visible contribution to pupils’ daily experience. Staff in premises roles help ensure that buildings and grounds remain safe, secure and ready for learning. The academy offers a professional school setting, opportunities for appropriate development and access to a workplace pension scheme. Colleagues can expect to work as part of a community where reliability, teamwork, care and high standards are valued.
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Use the required application form, as CVs are not accepted.
Highlight practical experience in caretaking, cleaning, repairs, maintenance or premises support.
Give examples showing reliability, safety awareness and the ability to respond promptly to site issues.
Submit the application before 9am on 9 November 2026.
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