Caretaker
Staffline
Ballymena · posted 21 August 2026
Location
Ballymena, County Antrim
Category
Construction and Property
CARETAKER September
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- December 2026
- Ballymena 40hrs per week including breaks 1.45pm
- 9.45pm (Monday
- Thursday) 12 Noon
- 8pm (Friday) JOB PURPOSE: To assist the Building Supervisors in the responsibility for the efficient and effective delivery of a system for school maintenance work.
Team participation is essential to provide an overall teaching support service for school activities.
Assist the Bursar with on site premises supervision, and security services in accordance with the practices and procedures of the school.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the Building Supervisors and Bursar by carrying out the range of duties outlined Below; Security: Security of the Premises (including school meals accommodation) and its contents; Open and close the premises and grounds when required.
This will include opening and closing of the premises and grounds at weekends (where appropriate), being a primary key holder/contact and attending call-outs.
Ensure that the buildings and site is secure i.e.
all windows are closed, doors and gates, both internal and external are locked at the end of each day; Safe custody of the keys of the premises and the allocation of keys to staff (where appropriate); Operate and monitor Security Camera System; Operate Fire Alarm, Intruder Alarm and Building Security Systems and report any faults; Attend any out of hours emergencies e.g.
after-hour break in and vandalism at the premises and ensure that the premises are secure and cleaned at the earliest opportunity when clearance has been given and any unauthorised entry or damage is reported to the Bursar; During normal working hours report any suspicious activity of persons immediately to the Bursar to ensure a safe working environment for building users; Any breach of security must be reported to the Bursar.
A breach would include the finding of used needles, or suspicious illegal substance abuse in accordance with the school's Policy; Apply grit/rock salt in times of snow and frost to ensure pathways and entrances are free from snow and ice.
Mechanical and Electrical Services: Ensure the efficient and safe operation of the boiler/heating system ensuring value for money and energy conservation in accordance with the school's policy; Ensure adequate and safe lighting and heating of the premises and the routine maintenance of plant including school meals accommodation where there are common services; Replace lamps, tubes and plugs to a level of 3.35m using appropriate equipment, except where access from above can be gained; Inspect and report any defects on firefighting equipment to the Bursar.
Maintenance/ Cleaning/ Health and Safety: Maintain the premises and equipment including the accommodation used solely for School Meals purposes; Plan maintenance work in consultation with service users and report plans to the Bursar; Monitor suitability and performance of materials and light equipment and advise the Bursar where these are inappropriate for the task; Ensure that all hard surfaces and paths and ornamental grounds around the property are safe for users and are clean, tidy and free of heavy materials; Ensure that all external surface drains and gullies within the building complex are free flowing and clean by removing obstructions up to a height of 3.35m; Ensure that bins within the building complex are emptied on a daily basis, washed and cleaned (including school meals bins); Supervise outsourced cleaners and the cleaning service of the school and report any issues to the Bursar; Provide an ongoing cleaning service to the entire premises to deal with such things as spillage, flooding, midday toilet cleaning, litter or any cleaning problems associated with weather conditions; Replenish toilet rolls, soaps, paper towels and any other requisites required throughout the working day; Clean external signs, light covers, and notices up to a height of 3.35m; Clean non-electrical fittings on all portable heating and ventilation equipment; Ensure that adequate supplies of materials and light equipment are requisitioned and maintained at appropriate levels, allocated and that equipment is kept in good condition, used and stored correctly; Ensure that all defects in cleaning equipment are reported to the Bursar; Prepare the premises for after-school activities, clean and prepare the school for its normal use.
Porter Duties: Ensure the receipt, transport and storage of products / materials that have been delivered to the building premises and their distribution to and from appropriate points of storage; Dispatch goods and other materials from the building; Transport all refuse bins to and from their collection point; Prepare rooms for examinations and other purposes; Transport pupils to and from outside school activities when required.
Administration: Organise, as authorised by the Bursar, the engagement of outside contractors or suppliers for any relevant works.
This will include obtaining quotes for works etc.
and monitor their presence reporting any deviation from their work routine; Ensure that defects in electrical floor equipment are reported immediately to the Bursar and that a record of equipment repaired is kept and that all equipment is cleaned and stored safely.
Ensure that defects in any and all equipment / buildings / premises / grounds are reported immediately to the Bursar and a record id maintained. xwzovoh
Handyperson Duties: Assist the Building Supervisors with all maintenance work.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
* Practical DIY skills to carry out minor repairs
* Good organisational, planning and scheduling skills
* Good problem solving skills DESIRABLE:
* Knowledge of Health & Safety and hygiene procedures and precautions
* Knowledge of security, heating plant and other systems
* Experience of working in a similar role
* Experience dealing with contractors
* Trade skills in plumbing, electrical work, painting and decorating Skills: Caretaker Cleaner Building Supervisor Security
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Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.
- December 2026
- Ballymena 40hrs per week including breaks 1.45pm
- 9.45pm (Monday
- Thursday) 12 Noon
- 8pm (Friday) JOB PURPOSE: To assist the Building Supervisors in the responsibility for the efficient and effective delivery of a system for school maintenance work.
Team participation is essential to provide an overall teaching support service for school activities.
Assist the Bursar with on site premises supervision, and security services in accordance with the practices and procedures of the school.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the Building Supervisors and Bursar by carrying out the range of duties outlined Below; Security: Security of the Premises (including school meals accommodation) and its contents; Open and close the premises and grounds when required.
This will include opening and closing of the premises and grounds at weekends (where appropriate), being a primary key holder/contact and attending call-outs.
Ensure that the buildings and site is secure i.e.
all windows are closed, doors and gates, both internal and external are locked at the end of each day; Safe custody of the keys of the premises and the allocation of keys to staff (where appropriate); Operate and monitor Security Camera System; Operate Fire Alarm, Intruder Alarm and Building Security Systems and report any faults; Attend any out of hours emergencies e.g.
after-hour break in and vandalism at the premises and ensure that the premises are secure and cleaned at the earliest opportunity when clearance has been given and any unauthorised entry or damage is reported to the Bursar; During normal working hours report any suspicious activity of persons immediately to the Bursar to ensure a safe working environment for building users; Any breach of security must be reported to the Bursar.
A breach would include the finding of used needles, or suspicious illegal substance abuse in accordance with the school's Policy; Apply grit/rock salt in times of snow and frost to ensure pathways and entrances are free from snow and ice.
Mechanical and Electrical Services: Ensure the efficient and safe operation of the boiler/heating system ensuring value for money and energy conservation in accordance with the school's policy; Ensure adequate and safe lighting and heating of the premises and the routine maintenance of plant including school meals accommodation where there are common services; Replace lamps, tubes and plugs to a level of 3.35m using appropriate equipment, except where access from above can be gained; Inspect and report any defects on firefighting equipment to the Bursar.
Maintenance/ Cleaning/ Health and Safety: Maintain the premises and equipment including the accommodation used solely for School Meals purposes; Plan maintenance work in consultation with service users and report plans to the Bursar; Monitor suitability and performance of materials and light equipment and advise the Bursar where these are inappropriate for the task; Ensure that all hard surfaces and paths and ornamental grounds around the property are safe for users and are clean, tidy and free of heavy materials; Ensure that all external surface drains and gullies within the building complex are free flowing and clean by removing obstructions up to a height of 3.35m; Ensure that bins within the building complex are emptied on a daily basis, washed and cleaned (including school meals bins); Supervise outsourced cleaners and the cleaning service of the school and report any issues to the Bursar; Provide an ongoing cleaning service to the entire premises to deal with such things as spillage, flooding, midday toilet cleaning, litter or any cleaning problems associated with weather conditions; Replenish toilet rolls, soaps, paper towels and any other requisites required throughout the working day; Clean external signs, light covers, and notices up to a height of 3.35m; Clean non-electrical fittings on all portable heating and ventilation equipment; Ensure that adequate supplies of materials and light equipment are requisitioned and maintained at appropriate levels, allocated and that equipment is kept in good condition, used and stored correctly; Ensure that all defects in cleaning equipment are reported to the Bursar; Prepare the premises for after-school activities, clean and prepare the school for its normal use.
Porter Duties: Ensure the receipt, transport and storage of products / materials that have been delivered to the building premises and their distribution to and from appropriate points of storage; Dispatch goods and other materials from the building; Transport all refuse bins to and from their collection point; Prepare rooms for examinations and other purposes; Transport pupils to and from outside school activities when required.
Administration: Organise, as authorised by the Bursar, the engagement of outside contractors or suppliers for any relevant works.
This will include obtaining quotes for works etc.
and monitor their presence reporting any deviation from their work routine; Ensure that defects in electrical floor equipment are reported immediately to the Bursar and that a record of equipment repaired is kept and that all equipment is cleaned and stored safely.
Ensure that defects in any and all equipment / buildings / premises / grounds are reported immediately to the Bursar and a record id maintained. xwzovoh
Handyperson Duties: Assist the Building Supervisors with all maintenance work.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
* Practical DIY skills to carry out minor repairs
* Good organisational, planning and scheduling skills
* Good problem solving skills DESIRABLE:
* Knowledge of Health & Safety and hygiene procedures and precautions
* Knowledge of security, heating plant and other systems
* Experience of working in a similar role
* Experience dealing with contractors
* Trade skills in plumbing, electrical work, painting and decorating Skills: Caretaker Cleaner Building Supervisor Security
TPBN1_NI