Job Description
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Join Our Facilities Team – Janitor
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Are you dependable, hands-on and committed to keeping schools running smoothly and safely? We’re looking for dedicated Janitors to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting schools across the Falkirk Council area.
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Janitors play a crucial role in school life – ensuring that buildings and grounds are clean, secure and well-maintained, helping create a welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You’ll also support school activities, monitor contractors, and contribute to health and safety compliance, allowing Headteachers to focus on education.
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What You’ll Do:
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- Ensure the safety, security and upkeep of buildings and external areas
- Carry out minor maintenance and report defects or hazards
- Support the management of heating systems and building alarms
- Monitor and support on-site contractors
- Help manage janitorial supplies and deliveries
- Contribute to safe access during severe weather and support pupil supervision when needed
- Occasionally provide janitorial cover at other schools within the cluster
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What We’re Looking For:
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- Relevant experience in facilities management, site supervision or building maintenance
- A working knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH, and building systems
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage tasks independently
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with children and young people is desirable
- A full driving licence is helpful but not essential
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The Role:
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- Location: Across Falkirk Council schools – travel may be required within a cluster
- Hours: 37 hours per week
- Days: Flexible within council hours between 7am and 8pm (will be discussed at interview)
- Contract: 52 weeks per year, Temporary until April 2027
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Why Join Us?
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- Be part of a valued, well-supported team
- Help create safe and welcoming spaces for learning
- Access ongoing training and development opportunities
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Successful candidates must gain and maintain PVG scheme membership.
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If you take pride in your work and want to contribute to a service that matters every day, we encourage you to apply.
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