Caretaker with on-site accommodation - Aylesbury High School (Girls)

Overview

We are seeking a Caretaker to join our Facilities Team. The role is part of the non-teaching staff, and reports to our Site Manager. It is graded on Range 2 of the AHS Pay Scale. The post is permanent and full time, 37 hours per week Monday - Friday working on a split shift. This may vary during the school holiday periods. Overtime is an essential part of the role, in most cases working 1 evening a week and 1 weekend every 4 weeks. There is also an additional overtime need for school events and holiday cover. This will be paid in accordance with AHS guidelines. You are also required to be a keyholder for the site and to attend alarm call outs (intruder/fire). Holiday entitlement is taken in negotiation with the Site Manager.

Salary Type: AHS Pay Range 2

Salary details: £24,879-£26,961 + Overtime

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours/week + overtime

Closing date: 21/07/2025 09:00

Interviews to be held: After the closing date

About us

Aylesbury High School (AHS) is a forward-thinking girls’ grammar school that values both academic and pastoral excellence and co-curricular opportunities with the vision of developing uniquely talented young adults, who are independent, strong and confident

We create a welcoming environment which draws the very best from all in our community. Achieved by providing an ambitious education that stimulates creative and critical thinking, values diversity and facilitates dynamic personal development.

The AHS values are Boundless Aspiration, Resilient Bravery, Curious Engagement and Selfless Generosity and we want all our community to experience, develop and demonstrate these characteristics both within the curriculum and through our extensive co-curricular offering.

Website: http://www.ahs.bucks.sch.uk/about-the-school/staff-vacancies/

About the role

To undertake duties, as directed by the Site Manager, in a professional and courteous manner, including; opening and closing of the School, undertaking minor repairs and maintenance, and supporting the efficient operation of the school through porterage and furniture/equipment relocation. The position has a vital role to play in the smooth running of the school and the use of initiative is important to respond to urgent maintenance problems such as water leaks without needing direction.

Please see attached job description for duties.

About you

Essential Criteria

It is essential that the postholder:
has the practical ability to problem solve and use initiative
is able to organise, prioritise and complete tasks efficiently
has the ability to work effectively with people from a wide range of levels and responsibilities
works effectively as a team member
works effectively to complete solo tasks with the minimum of supervision
has oral and written communication skills adequate to the role
is able to accept instruction and seek clarification where necessary
is physically able to carry out porterage duties, which will involve lifting, and is able to work at height
has the ability to understand and follow instructions on equipment, materials, etc.
has the ability to perform minor repairs and has experience in using hand tools
is diligent in completing work to a high standard, especially as much of it is safety related
be able to maintain confidentiality at all times as appropriate
is punctual and reliable
is willing to undertake Health and Safety, IT, and other training
has experience of using a computer for email, data input (eg completing spreadsheet records of checks or entering information on commercial software and internet research)

The post holder must also (essential factors):
be prepared to work a shift pattern and is willing to work flexible hours within the requirements of the job
be prepared to undertake occasional overtime to cover additional School events

Desirable Criteria

It is desirable that the postholder:
has previous knowledge/experience of the Caretaker role
has previous experience in the building trade
has an understanding of Health and Safety Regulations and Procedures and how they apply in a school environment

Other information

Please complete the AHS application form and include a covering letter
Applications can be e-mailed to: [email protected] or posted to: Mrs Lisa Greenway, Finance & Operations Director, Aylesbury High School, Walton Road, Aylesbury, Bucks HP21 7SX
Closing date: Monday 21st July 2025

CVs alone cannot be accepted for safeguarding reasons.

If you are shortlisted for this post, you will also be required to complete a self-disclosure form as part of the recruitment process; this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our Safeguarding Statement is attached. The appointment will be subject to references, which are satisfactory for the advertised post, an enhanced DBS check with a Child Barred List check, identity checks, prohibition orders and qualification checks as appropriate.

AHS is an equal opportunities employer

We encourage early applications for all vacancies and reserve the right to close our vacancies at any time should the right candidates be found.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 174 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent cautions and convictions cautions
• All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) guidance or Ministry of Justice (MOJ) guidance (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.