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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: 25 hours per week
Days: Monday to Friday, various hours
Contract: 52 weeks per year, Temporary until 31^st December 2026

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

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.

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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