Caretaker

• Barnham CEVC Primary School 
• Address: Mill Lane, Barnham, Thetford IP24 2NG
• Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata (16,341 - £16,891 per annum)
• Hours: Part time, 25 hours per week, 46 weeks per year (with holiday entitlement), 5 hours per day, flexibility of hours depending on circumstances and suitability
• Contract: Permanent, 21 September 2026 (or via negotiation with the successful candidate)
• Reference: 5302

Barnham CEVC Primary School are seeking a flexible and committed Caretaker to take pride in the upkeep and maintenance of our internal and external school site.

Barnham CEVC Primary School is a supportive Thrive School of Excellence, caring school with a family feel, located in the beautiful rural countryside in the village of Barnham, near Thetford, Suffolk, on the Suffolk/Norfolk border.

We are looking for someone who:

• can meet the duties outlined within the job description
• shows initiative and drive 
• is a good team player
• is reliable and punctual
• has high expectations of their standard of work and pays attention to detail
• has an unblemished safeguarding record
• has a good standard of IT literacy and willingness to use electronic/digital systems
• can solve problems and work independently, with a flexible approach to priorities and complete tasks and work items effectively.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (word) and Application Guidance (word) or alternatively, please visit our website.

You are warmly invited to come and visit the school. Please do not hesitate to get in touch to arrange a visit or to find out any further information. Visits can be arranged during the school holidays.

Please contact the school by emailing: [email protected]

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (word) via email to: [email protected]

Closing date: 30 August 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including the Children’s Barred List where applicable), medical checks, and satisfactory references.