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Arksey Primary School

Ings Way

Arksey

Doncaster

DN5 0TE

Job details: Part-time 27.5 hrs. /week (11.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday. 30 mins lunch break daily)

Term time plus 18 days during school holiday periods (Once a week)

Permanent Position

Start Date: 4th January 2026

The Headteacher and Governors of Arksey Primary School wish to appoint a hardworking and dedicated School Cleaner Caretaker to join our team.

Your main duties will include…

Security of the buildings and premises, including occasional (in case of emergency) evening and weekend work

Cleaning of school premises as per schedule

General repairs and maintenance, including heating & lighting

Porterage

Stock control

Fire alarm and water testing

Liaising with contractors

Working with others to ensure Health & Safety within the site

We are…

A very welcoming, friendly school with a good working environment

Supportive of all staff, valuing contributions from everyone in the school community

Proud of the behaviour of our children

Committed to professional development and the opportunity to develop your skills

High achievers with high expectations for all

Committed to safeguarding children and all appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks

You are…

A very positive person with a keen desire to improve our school

Committed to high standards of cleanliness and presentation

Handy, with good DIY skills and a willingness to use them

Proactive, motivated and enthusiastic; able to identify tasks that need to be done

Able to work by using your own initiative and liaising with other staff

Keen to work with children, parents, staff and the wider school community

… and we want to meet you.

Please refer to the job description and personal specification. If you are interested in the post, applications should be made using the application form available on this website and returned by e-mail to the school. The school email address is [email protected] If you would like to find out more, or wish to arrange a visit to the school, please telephone on 01302 874432.

Arksey Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Checks with past employers will be made for all shortlisted candidates. If successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check (DBS) at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Closing Date & Shortlisting: 16th November 2026

Interviews: 23rd November 2026