Caretaker

Job introduction

Hove Learning Federation is comprised of West Hove Infant School and Hove Junior School. We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person who is flexible, hardworking and practical to join our team.  The role will be based at our Holland Road site, a 2-form popular and inclusive Infant and Junior school.  

Working hours from Monday to Thursday:

6.30 am to 11.00 am   3.30 pm to 6.30 pm

Working hours on Friday:

6.30 am to 10.30 am   3.30 pm to 6.30 pm

(These hours could be negotiable for the right applicant but would need to reflect opening and closing times of the school.)

About the role

The successful candidate will:

• Work with us to provide the best possible learning environment for our children
• Be self-motivated, organised and able to work using their own initiative
• Be friendly and approachable
• Be competent in DIY skills such as basic plumbing, painting and carpentry skills 
• Be the main point of contact for a range of contractors
• Be practical and able to cope with the demands of a large school
• Take pride in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for children, staff and visitors, in line with health and safety procedure.
• Ensure the upkeep of a high standard of maintenance and security of the school

Interview Date: 7 May 2025

Website: http://www.hovejuniorschool.co.uk http://www.westhoveinfants.co.uk

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to sarahshaw@hovejun.brighton-hove.sch.uk 

Employment under the Federated Board includes all locations/sites where both schools operate.  Under this contract, you may be asked to work across different locations under the Federated Board, either temporarily or permanently.

We are proud that our school is a culturally rich and diverse place of learning, and we are keen to encourage people from diverse ethnic backgrounds to apply and join our staff team. The school  has a strong focus on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion for our pupils, staff and governors and we are passionate about creating an environment where every pupil can thrive. We are also very proud that Hove Learning Federation is an Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM) Centre of Excellence.

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.