Caretaker

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join the team at South Hunsley School and Sixth Form as a Caretaker who will play a key role in providing a safe and welcoming environment at our school.

This is a permanent position, working 37 hours per week, on a 3-week cycle rota which includes early and late shifts (5:45am-1:45pm, 10am-6pm and 11:30am- 7:30pm)

Salary: SCP3, £27,275.60 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance)

Why choose us?

The purpose of the role is to ensure that the school building and grounds are kept clean, safe and secure through the provision of a responsive and effective caretaking service, including key holding and security, janitorial duties and minor improvements/repair work. 

We are genuinely committed to our students and our staff, and we do everything we can to ensure every child receives the care and guidance they need to thrive. We are proud of our school and would welcome the opportunity to give you a tour, so please don’t hesitate to contact Freya Dobson (HR Officer) on 01482 631208 or by email via Freya.dobson@southhunsley.org.uk if you would like to visit or find out more.

What can we offer you?

·         An induction programme and continued investment in training and development, with access to coaching and mentoring, career and professional development

• Corporate membership to the East Riding Leisure gyms, saving over 25% on membership costs and onsite gym at South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College, at only £12.50 per month
• Well-being support including discounted East Riding gym membership; free annual flu vaccinations; refund of the cost of the annual NHS prescription prepayment certificate; access to a free employee assistance scheme 24/7 with advice on a wide range of practical issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling.
• Financial incentives including a cycle to work scheme offering discounted bike purchase, affordable loans and savings available through the Salary Finance Scheme
• Opportunity to become a Mental Health First Aider
• Access to Vivup – a wide range of employee benefits can be accessed through our Vivup platform which are designed to improve your physical, financial and mental health wellbeing.

What we are looking for?

•          Good standard of literacy, numeracy and ICT skills, enabling the post holder to complete relevant documentation, both manually and electronically.
•          Previous experience of working in a similar role
•          Qualifications or evidence of CPD in a relevant field at Level 2 or above (i.e. manual handling, first aid, legionella awareness, asbestos awareness)
•          Experience of working in a school environment
•          First Aid qualification (or willingness to work towards)

Applicant Information

Further information about our School and Trust can be found on the school website.

If you require an application in an alternative format, please contact recruitment@theeducationalliance.org.uk

The closing date for applications is 09:00am Monday 7th September 2026.

We look forward to receiving your application and we will contact you once your application has been reviewed. 

The Education Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to appointment and we undertake an online check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidance.

The Education Alliance’s Child Protection Policy can be accessed at: https://theeducationalliance.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protection-Policy.pdf.