Janitor

Employer: Falkirk Council

Location: GB

Salary: £27,761 - £29,246

Job type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Sector: Facilities & Cleaning

Job Description

Job AdvertJoin 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: Dunipace Primary School Hours: 37 hours per week Days: Monday to Friday, 7.45am to 3.45pm Contract: Full Year, Permanent Location: Across Falkirk Council schools – travel may be required within a cluster 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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