Estates Manager (Caretaker)
| Posting date: | 10 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142- £32,061) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 November 2025 |
| Location: | Canton, Cardiff, CF11 6HT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1513312 |
Summary
KITCHENER PRIMARY SCHOOL
Kitchener Road, Riverside, Cardiff, CF11 6HTHeadteacher: Mrs Reena Patel
Estates Manager (Caretaker)
Post ref: ED50296428
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142- £32,061)
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week, including split shift pattern as required)
Location: Kitchener Primary School, Cardiff
Start Date: Monday 8th December 2025
The Headteacher and Governing Body of Kitchener Primary School are seeking to appoint an experienced, reliable, and proactive Estates Manager (Caretaker) to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the maintenance, safety, and development of our large and vibrant inner-city school.
We are looking for someone who will take pride in our school site and buildings, and who is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, secure, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and the community.
About Our School
Kitchener Primary is a thriving, multicultural primary school serving the communities of Riverside, Canton, and Leckwith. We are proud of our diverse community, with over 460 pupils representing more than 40 ethnic groups, and a rich tapestry of languages and backgrounds. Our school values—Care, Community, Learning, Identity, and Equality—are lived out every day.
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
• Has previous experience in building/site maintenance, caretaking, or premises management
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and health & safety in a school setting
• Can carry out a range of maintenance and repair tasks confidently and competently
• Has strong leadership skills and experience in line managing cleaning staff or similar teams
• Has good organisational skills and can manage contractors and site schedules effectively
• Is flexible, dependable, and able to respond to emergencies
• Can work independently and as part of a team, communicating well with staff and visitors
• Is physically fit and able to undertake a variety of manual tasks
• Can maintain detailed records (e.g. compliance logs, fire safety checks, COSHH)
• Brings initiative, problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude to the role
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure the site is safe, secure, and well-maintained at all times
• Open and close the school premises daily, ensuring site security
• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs, and compliance checks (e.g. fire alarms, legionella, emergency lighting)
• Oversee and line manage the cleaning team, ensuring high standards of hygiene, performance, and scheduling
• Manage site services and external contractors to ensure health and safety and service standards are met
• Maintain outdoor areas including paths, bins, fences, and playgrounds
• Support the management of cleaning and hygiene standards across the site
• Respond to urgent repairs and emergencies as needed
• Maintain records and report issues to the Headteacher as appropriate
• Liaise with school staff and external services, including Cardiff Council teams
We Offer:
• A supportive and welcoming team
• Pupils who are respectful, enthusiastic, and take pride in their school
• A culturally rich and inclusive environment
• A strong commitment to professional development and wellbeing
• A school leadership team and Governing Body committed to staff support and school improvement
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
How to Apply
Please download and complete the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by email for the attention of The Headteacher, before the closing date.Important Dates
• Closing Date: Wednesday 26th November 2025 at midday
• Shortlisting: Thursday 27th November 2025
• Interviews: Friday 5th December 2025
Safeguarding Statement
Kitchener Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
• aged under 25;
• not in employment, education or training;
• from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.
Kitchener Road, Riverside, Cardiff, CF11 6HTHeadteacher: Mrs Reena Patel
Estates Manager (Caretaker)
Post ref: ED50296428
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142- £32,061)
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week, including split shift pattern as required)
Location: Kitchener Primary School, Cardiff
Start Date: Monday 8th December 2025
The Headteacher and Governing Body of Kitchener Primary School are seeking to appoint an experienced, reliable, and proactive Estates Manager (Caretaker) to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the maintenance, safety, and development of our large and vibrant inner-city school.
We are looking for someone who will take pride in our school site and buildings, and who is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, secure, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and the community.
About Our School
Kitchener Primary is a thriving, multicultural primary school serving the communities of Riverside, Canton, and Leckwith. We are proud of our diverse community, with over 460 pupils representing more than 40 ethnic groups, and a rich tapestry of languages and backgrounds. Our school values—Care, Community, Learning, Identity, and Equality—are lived out every day.
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
• Has previous experience in building/site maintenance, caretaking, or premises management
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and health & safety in a school setting
• Can carry out a range of maintenance and repair tasks confidently and competently
• Has strong leadership skills and experience in line managing cleaning staff or similar teams
• Has good organisational skills and can manage contractors and site schedules effectively
• Is flexible, dependable, and able to respond to emergencies
• Can work independently and as part of a team, communicating well with staff and visitors
• Is physically fit and able to undertake a variety of manual tasks
• Can maintain detailed records (e.g. compliance logs, fire safety checks, COSHH)
• Brings initiative, problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude to the role
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure the site is safe, secure, and well-maintained at all times
• Open and close the school premises daily, ensuring site security
• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs, and compliance checks (e.g. fire alarms, legionella, emergency lighting)
• Oversee and line manage the cleaning team, ensuring high standards of hygiene, performance, and scheduling
• Manage site services and external contractors to ensure health and safety and service standards are met
• Maintain outdoor areas including paths, bins, fences, and playgrounds
• Support the management of cleaning and hygiene standards across the site
• Respond to urgent repairs and emergencies as needed
• Maintain records and report issues to the Headteacher as appropriate
• Liaise with school staff and external services, including Cardiff Council teams
We Offer:
• A supportive and welcoming team
• Pupils who are respectful, enthusiastic, and take pride in their school
• A culturally rich and inclusive environment
• A strong commitment to professional development and wellbeing
• A school leadership team and Governing Body committed to staff support and school improvement
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
How to Apply
Please download and complete the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by email for the attention of The Headteacher, before the closing date.Important Dates
• Closing Date: Wednesday 26th November 2025 at midday
• Shortlisting: Thursday 27th November 2025
• Interviews: Friday 5th December 2025
Safeguarding Statement
Kitchener Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
• aged under 25;
• not in employment, education or training;
• from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.