Caretaker

Cyflog: Grade 4 £6914-/£7366 (FTE £25,583-£27,254)

To start 6 th July 2026 or as soon as possible after (providing relevant safeguarding checks are completed)

The Governing Body of Tairgwaith Primary School is seeking to appoint a caretaker to join a hardworking and dedicated team of staff who are fully committed to the school, its families, and the wider community.

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out the role with dedication and purpose, always placing the needs of the children at the heart of their work. They should also share in, and be enthusiastic about, the vision held by staff and governors for the continued development of the school.

The role includes responsibility for opening and closing the school, overseeing health and safety matters, and undertaking duties as outlined in the job description. The post requires an individual who can work on their own initiative, possesses practical skills to carry out maintenance tasks, and takes pride in their work.

The caretaker will be expected to liaise effectively with management staff to ensure that necessary work is completed to support the smooth running of the school. Flexibility is essential, particularly in meeting the needs of the school during operational hours.

To ensure the safety and protection of our children, the recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that our children and young people are protected. Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

This post is subject to an Enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (child's barred list).

You may download an application pack from jobs.npt.gov.uk or eteach.com. For an informal discussion please contact the Head Teacher in school on 01269 823258 or email tairgwaith@npt.school quoting the post title.

CVs will NOT be accepted for this post.

Welsh: Not Required

(Interviews to take place Thursday 25 th June 2026)