Caretaker

Company: Plumpton College
Closing Date: 07-12-2025
Location: Plumpton, Lewes BN7 3AE
Salary: up to £29,792 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week
Contact Email: recruitment@plumpton.ac.uk

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive College Caretaker to join our Estates team and play a vital role in ensuring our campus is safe, clean, and professionally presented. This is a varied, hands-on position where your practical skills and pride in your work will make a tangible difference to the daily experience of students, staff, and visitors.

If you value creating welcoming spaces and enjoy working in an environment where no two days are the same, we would be delighted to receive your application.

About the Role

As a key member of the Estates team, you will help maintain the smooth running of the college through a blend of coordination and practical site support. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting and coordinating daily cleaning operations.

Acting as the main contact for waste management and contributing to effective recycling systems.

Carrying out regular site checks, addressing hazards, and supporting fire safety procedures as a Fire Warden.

Ensuring classrooms, offices, and communal spaces are professionally presented each day.

Providing portering support, including deliveries, office moves, and event preparation.

Completing basic building and maintenance tasks such as lighting replacements, signage installation, and minor repairs.

Playing an active role in improving energy efficiency by carrying out checks, reporting issues, and encouraging positive behaviours.

Your work will help create an environment in which students and colleagues can thrive.

About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, supportive, and committed to maintaining high standards across our campus. You will bring:

A full UK driving licence

Confidence carrying out manual handling tasks

Practical ability to complete basic maintenance work

Level 2 English and Maths

Confidence using machinery and basic IT systems

A good understanding of COSHH regulations

Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach

The ability to work at height when required

Experience in a similar role or possession of relevant licences (e.g., forklift, D1 minibus) would be an advantage.

Why Work With Us?

As part of the Plumpton College team, you will benefit from:

26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Extensive CPD opportunities and access to in-house coaching

Free on-site parking and competitively priced dining facilities

A working culture shaped by our values: Professional, Supportive, Enterprising, Passionate, Ambitious, and Progressive

This post requires an enhanced DBS check, reflecting our commitment to safeguarding.

Working at Plumpton College

We are proud to offer a competitive salary and a wide range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including eligibility for TOTUM and Blue Light cards, free eye tests, free use of our onsite gym, a cycle-to-work scheme, discounted Plumpton wine and courses, free onsite parking, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

Our commitment to inclusivity is demonstrated through our status as a Disability Confident Committed employer and a signatory of the Menopause Pledge. New colleagues benefit from a structured induction, a supportive six-month probationary period, and access to a strong coaching culture, underpinned by in-house Level 5 trained coaches.

Regular networking events, active EDI and Sustainability committees, and annual social events further enhance our sense of community.

We may close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications, so early submission is encouraged.

Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Plumpton College is committed to promoting equal opportunities, eliminating discrimination, and safeguarding the welfare of learners. All staff are expected to share this commitment.