Caretaker

Mitie Group plc.

Caretaker

Salary Not Specified

Mitie Group plc., Pendleton, Salford

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 0d21cabb255148508e3d3234d633e3c7

Full Job Description

  • Undertake successfully all training required to deliver the caretaking role.

  • Adhere to all Mitie Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures.


  • Ensure all equipment is kept clean, well maintained and is a safe working order.

  • Have a full working knowledge of all cleaning equipment, materials and approved chemicals used by Mitie.

  • Be responsible for proper maintenance, cleaning, security and safety within the school premises and grounds.

  • Undertake the cleaning of slippery floors, spillages, bodily fluids, and other emergency cleaning.

  • Monitor all helpdesk jobs issued and address/close within assigned timelines and SLAs.


  • Act as key holder and unlock/lock buildings to provide access to relevant parties as required.

  • Carry out all planned and ad hoc porterage in line with SLAs and school requests.

  • Keep internal and grounds areas free from litter.

  • Act as first attendee to all helpdesk jobs and resolve or feedback requirements.

  • Empty external / internal bin.


  • Set-up rooms for the use of Examinations / school functions etc and return to usual lay out following the function.

  • Carry out all PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) tasks as required and in line with statutory compliance, including weekly fire alarm and sprinkler tests and monthly emergency light flick tests.

  • Cover out of hours usage of the building on a rota system.

  • Ensure access is provided for contractors and the contractors are always escorted if relevant DBS clearance is not available.

  • Ensure all Safeguarding Policies are always adhered to and raise any concerns in line with the Mitie policy.


  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

  • To undertake any other related duties which are within the job holder's capability, according to the needs of the business.

    Deliver excellent service standards for a Mitie customer. Ensure the contract service delivery is of a high standard, meeting all SLA agreements., Caretaking experience is preferred however training can be provided.

  • Reliable and hardworking with a professional attitude.

  • Ability to work to a schedule and as part of a team.

  • Capable of working to their own initiative where appropriate.

  • Be open and honest.

  • Be self-driven and determined.

  • Strive for continuous improvements in service delivery.