Caretaker / Janitor

Job Overview

We are offering an excellent fixed-term opportunity, lasting until the end of February 2027, for a Caretaker/Janitor to support Renfrewshire Schools, specifically at Woodlands Primary School located in Linwood, Paisley, Scotland. This role requires working 40 hours per week with a shift schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, compensated at £14.70 per hour.

About the Role

As a part of Amey’s Renfrewshire Schools team providing facilities and estate management across nine schools, you will play a vital role ensuring that school environments are safe, clean, and compliant. You will contribute to creating high-quality learning spaces that enable teachers to inspire and students to achieve valuable qualifications.

Key Duties

• Manage day-to-day operations of the school premises ensuring smooth functioning.
• Conduct practical DIY maintenance and minor repairs including furniture fixes and wall repairs.
• Ensure all heating, lighting, and alarm systems are operational.
• Secure the building by verifying that doors and windows are locked after use.
• Monitor the property to prevent vandalism and safeguard premises.
• Prepare rooms for meetings or assemblies by arranging furniture and clearing post-events.
• Maintain cleanliness of outdoor areas including litter picking.

Candidate Profile

• Possess hands-on DIY skills for minor maintenance work.
• Demonstrate ability to be a reliable team member.
• Adaptability to flexible shift working hours.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with both clients and colleagues on site.
• Commitment to supporting local and corporate zero carbon initiatives in a strategic and efficient manner.
• Responsible for upholding health and safety standards throughout the contract.

Additional Details

Applicants are encouraged from a diverse range of backgrounds. Training and development opportunities may be provided for candidates who meet most but not all criteria. Amey emphasizes safeguarding and welfare of children and young people; therefore, candidates must undergo an enhanced Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check prior to employment.

Why Work With Amey?

• Opportunity to work on long-term stable contracts supporting career progression.
• Recognized as a Platinum Investors in People employer, reflecting dedication to employee development.
• Competitive salary with annual review prospects.
• Career advancement opportunities including progression to senior caretaker or facilities team leader roles.
• Comprehensive training, including funded leadership courses.
• Entitlement to at least 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to purchase extra leave days.
• Generous pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions.
• Flexible benefits allowing choice among insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, and more.
• Access to exclusive discounts and social impact days for community volunteering.
• Family-friendly policies supporting new parents and carers.
• Participation in affinity networks to support diverse employee communities.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Amey is an equal opportunities employer, proud to support applicants regardless of background or disability. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet minimum job requirements. Support and reasonable adjustments can be requested during the recruitment process.