Caretaker
Eastern Education Group TrustBury St. Edmunds, East of England
Overview
This is a education role (full time) with Eastern Education Group Trust based in Bury St. Edmunds. The advertised salary is £25,185 - £25,989 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience) . Applications close on 2 September 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
- West Suffolk College, Bury St Edmunds
- 37hours per week, 52 weeks per year- Permanent
- Shift work and occasional evenings and weekends
- Salary: £25,185- £25,989 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
We are seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join our Estates Team to contribute to the daily operations that keep our college environment safe, clean, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors. From maintaining site security and carrying out general maintenance to providing event support and ensuring facilities are operational and tidy, you will be central to our commitment to high service standards.
You will be the first point of contact for estate-related issues, managing tasks through our help desk system and liaising with contractors to resolve problems swiftly. The role involves a range of responsibilities including minor repairs, porterage, decorating, cleaning, and proactive upkeep of the school buildings and grounds. Flexibility is essential, asyou’llbe expected to support shift rotations, weekend cover, andcollegeevents.
We’relooking for someone with sound practical skills,strong communicationabilities, and a keen sense of responsibility.Atrade qualification or First Aid training would beadvantageous. If you are committed tomaintaininghigh standardsand enjoy being part of a supportive team,we’dlove to hear from you.
How this role compares
We hold 139 school vacancies in East of England that publish a salary, and their median advertised starting figure is £24,871. This role sits close to the middle of the range.
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You have 3 days left to apply. School adverts we hold typically run for around 18 days, so this is a shorter window than usual.
Eastern Education Group Trust has 11 other vacancies open on GovJobs, with a breakdown of what they pay and the kinds of roles they recruit for.
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How to apply
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