Job overview

Job Advert 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: Airth Primary School

Hours: 20 hours per week

Days: Wednesday 12 noon to 4pm, Thursday and Friday 7.45am to 4.15pm (1/2 unpaid break)

Contract: Term Time, Part Time, Permanent

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.

Skills or experience needed

Janitor FLK14278

Salary and benefits

£27,761 - £29,246 per year

Location details

Airth Primary School

Application instructions

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