Caretaker/ Site Manager Seaton Delaval First School
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
15/09/2026
Advert End Date:
16/10/2026 12:00
Salary:
£27,274 - £29,071
Hours per week:
37hrs per week All Year
Job Category:
Building Maintenance / Caretaking
Employment Location:
Seaton Delaval First School Western Avenue, Seaton Delaval, Whitley Bay, NE25 0EP
Further Information
We are seeking an experienced caretaker or handyman to manage the security, safety and cleanliness of our unique school building in addition to joining our friendly team.
The successful candidate must have a proactive attitude to work and be able to prioritise tasks, completing them to a high standard. They will have the key role of managing the security, safety and cleanliness of our unique school building and line managing a small group of experienced cleaners. They must have basic Mathematics and English skills. The ability to demonstrate maintenance and DIY skills is also required. Previous caretaking or supervisory experience in a comparable environment would be desirable but training will be offered if applicable.
Please note that the successful candidate will be employed by the governing body, not Northumberland County Council.
Visits to the school are welcomed, and can be organised by contacting the school office [0191 237 1239].
Working Pattern:
Monday to Friday
07:00 - 10:00 and 14:00 - 17:30/ or 10:00 - 17:30
[Friday finish is 17:00] TBC
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced criminal records check is required for this post.
Further information about the school can be found on our website.
An application pack can be downloaded from this website or requested via the contact details below.
Applications [signed] should be returned to School by midday on Friday 16th October 2026 (12 noon). Application forms can be handed, or posted, into the main school office.
Interviews will be held in the week commencing: 02.11.2026.
Seaton Delaval First School
Western Avenue, Seaton Delaval, Whitley Bay, NE25 0EP
Telephone: 0191 237 1239
e-mail: admin@seatondelaval.northumberland.sch.uk
Salary amounts quoted are subject to an equated salary adjustment if you commence employment part way through the academic year.