We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Caretaker Level 1 – Comins Coch Primary School

Closing date: 12/06/2026

Reference: REQ106681

2.5 hours / Permanent

24,796 *

Aberystwyth

*All salary values are pro-rata.

About the role

Are you an energetic and hardworking person, who takes pride in their work? We have an opportunity for a motivated caretaker to join our team to help ensure the school is a safe, welcoming, and purposeful environment for the children, staff and visitors.

This job will include a variety of responsibilities regarding the school buildings and site, including health and safety, general maintenance of the whole site and security.

We are looking for an individual who:

  • Is practical and can implement the school’s systems and procedures
  • Takes pride in their work and can suggest improvements to the school’s environment
  • Demonstrates initiative while ensuring the site is safe and organised
  • Can follow risk assessments and create dynamic risk assessments when needed
  • Can contribute towards projects and maintenance schedules
  • Has good practical DIY skills
  • Can communicate effectively with all the school staff
  • Is a safe pair of hands ensuring the whole site security

At Ysgol Comins Coch we can offer a caring, exciting, and inclusive environment, where all who attend feel safe and happy.

For more information or for an informal discussion about the post, you are welcome to contact the headteacher, Mr Mike Carruthers on 01970 623497 or via e-mail at: CarruthersM12@hwbcymru.net

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture

We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows: 

  • School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
  • Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
  • Pupil Wellbeing:Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil Voice
  • Education Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy support
  • School Admissions
  • Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
  • Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
  • Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.
  • Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training
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