School Caretaker – Ipswich

Marchant Recruitment Suffolk, England Feb 20, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay £23,500 – £26,500
Work Onsite
Contract Permanent

School Caretaker - Ipswich focuses on leading the site maintenance in a thriving east anglian school.

What the role involves

  • Leading the site maintenance in a thriving East Anglian school.
  • Asset Maintenance: Maintaining the school's tools and machinery, ensuring they are serviced and used safely in accordance with COSHH.
  • Site Inspections: Walking the site daily to identify potential hazards or maintenance requirements, reporting major issues to the Site Manager.
  • Event Setup: Preparing the main hall and classrooms for exams, parents' evenings, and school productions, including moving heavy seating and staging.
  • Winter Readiness: Taking responsibility for salting and gritting paths during freezing weather to ensure the school remains open and safe.

Skills and requirements

  • A valid driving license is preferred for moving equipment between local sites if necessary.

Confirmed role details

  • Ipswich (Convenient for A12 and A14 commuters).
  • £23,500 – £26,500 (Suffolk County Council Grade).
  • Permanent, Full-time.

Candidate fit

  • This role is perfect for a professional who loves the variety of a school environment and wants to make a tangible difference in how the school functions day-to-day.

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Known job details

  • Pay: £23,500 – £26,500
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