Janitor

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Join Our Facilities Team – Janitor

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.

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.

What You’ll Do:

• 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

What We’re Looking For:

• 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

The Role:

• 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

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a valued, well-supported team
• Help create safe and welcoming spaces for learning
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities

Successful candidates must gain and maintain PVG scheme membership.

If you take pride in your work and want to contribute to a service that matters every day, we encourage you to apply.