Assistant Caretaker

Assistant Caretaker Barr Beacon School, Old Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF 37 Hours | Monday to Friday | All Year Round | Shift Pattern Work | Salary: £25,315 Start Date: September 2026 The role: Barr Beacon are seeking to appoint an Assistant Caretaker to support the Site team at the Academy. The role will include ensuring the security, cleanliness, maintenance and safety of the premises, building facilities, and the wider site. The successful candidate will be required to complete tasks such as portage duties, moving furniture and equipment around the school and opening and closing the school site. About you: To be successful for the role, the candidate will have the below experience and skills: Able to complete all physical requirements of the role e.g. lifting furniture, standing for long period of times; Be an effective team worker; Have a friendly, professional and respectful approach which demonstrates support and a commitment to providing a quality service; Able to solve problems and respond to unforeseen circumstances e.g. hazards, accidents. Please refer to the job description and person specification for a detailed list of duties and requirements. About us: It is an exciting time to join a growing and thriving Academy Trust with a focus on school improvement. Barr Beacon School has a shared belief that no child should fail and our high standards and expectations ensure our pupils strive for success. We have a commitment to exceptional teaching to provide the best possible education for our students. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Trust. We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse. To apply directly, please visit our recruitment website www.matrixacademytrust.co.uk/vacancies/   You may also wish to contact the Hub Manger Mr M McCarthy mmccarthy@matrixacademytrust.co.uk to arrange an informal look at the school for yourself Application Deadline: 23rd August 2026 Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early. Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.