Caretaker

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New Mills School is a rapidly improving 11-16 secondary school in the stunning High Peak, close to the Peak District and within easy reach of Stockport, Manchester, and East Cheshire. Our strong results reflect our commitment to an ambitious and inclusive education, driven by our core values—Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Team Spirit.

This is an exciting opportunity for a competent Caretaker to join our committed premises team who play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our school environment. The successful candidate will be flexible, motivated and willing to learn new skills, whilst being focused on ensuring our school setting is safe, clean and well maintained, contributing to a positive learning atmosphere for both students and staff.

Application packs may be obtained from, and should be returned to Pete Eckersley, Office Manager, New Mills School, Church Lane, New Mills High Peak, SK22 4NR, or via email to jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk  or from the school website www.newmillsschool.co.uk. 

Informal visits to the School are welcomed; to make arrangements or for further details about this vacancy please contact Pete Eckersley, on 01663 423125, or via email jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk. 

New Mills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

New Mills School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership

Provisional Interview Date: 2 June 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.