The Role:

Royal High Bath is looking for a conscientious and reliable Caretaker to join our Estates team on a full-time basis.

As a Caretaker, you will oversee the provision of an efficient, effective site and facilities service, to ensure a safe and pleasant environment for staff, students and visitors. Working under the direction of the Facilities Manager, you will assume responsibility for the maintenance of the fabric, fixtures and facilities of all the School’s properties and grounds. You will maintain exemplary and consistent standards of maintenance, presentation and the provision of a first-class facilities service.

You will need previous experience of painting and decorating, as well as experience of maintenance tasks, including changing light bulbs, minor repairs, small fixtures and fittings, plumbing and occasional grounds work. You will also need knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements and routine preventative maintenance. 

This is a full-time role for 36 hours per week. These hours will be initially based at our Senior School site; however, you may also be required to work at the Prep School site from time to time. Both sites are situated in Bath.

About the School:

Royal High School Bath is a highly rewarding place to work and is part of the national network of GDST schools dedicated to leadership in girls’ education. We offer excellent facilities and resources and a warm, friendly and supportive working environment.

Join us to develop your career in a creative and innovative environment with a generous salary and benefits package. Be part of the national network of GDST schools dedicated to leadership in girls’ education.

Benefits:

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Free lunches during term time
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

To apply, please complete an application form by clicking the apply button.

Applications must be received by midday, Friday 10th January 2025.

Interviews will take place during the week commencing 13th January 2025.

Royal High Bath and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.