Caretaker

Job Title: Caretaker - AM shifts (Job share) Contract: Permanent Hours: 17 hours 30 minutes per week Weeks: 52.14 weeks per year Scale: Scale 6-7 Point 14-24 (Depending on qualifications and experience) Actual Salary: £13,971.62 - £16,748.92 Application Closes: Monday 14th September 2026 Midday Interview Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 Start Date: ASAP after interviews Nourish, Sustain and Preserve - Caretaker wanted! Are you a dedicated, hardworking and reliable Caretaker? Parkwood Academy, part of the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT), is looking for a Caretaker to work morning shifts to ensure the safe operation, statutory compliance and general maintenance of the school. At SEAT, we believe in belonging, compassion, curiosity, and empowerment —values that shape our commitment to excellence in education. In this role, you’ll work collaboratively as a team, therefore the successful candidate will need to be approachable, adaptable and have a ‘can do’ attitude to meet the needs of this fast-paced school environment. You will be working 17 hour 30 minutes per week, Monday - Friday 7:00am - 10:30am. What’s in it for you? A supportive and inclusive work environment where you’re truly valued A Leadership Academy to fuel your professional growth A strong focus on staff well-being through our Employee Assistance Programme The chance to be part of a committed, forward-thinking team that empowers both pupils and colleagues If you’re ready to make a real impact and take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of something amazing! We warmly welcome and encourage visits to our school, call 01245 354605 to arrange directly. We look forward to meeting you! At the South Essex Academy Trust, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively promote equality of opportunity for all. Parkwood Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to uphold this commitment. We adhere to safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS certification and references. We encourage early applications, as this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline.