Caretaker - Ysgol Bro Teifi

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Ysgol Bro Teifi's Governing Body are looking to appoint a hardworking and conscientious Caretaker to join our Maintenance Team on a permanent contract of 30 hours per week.

The purpose of the role is to ensure that the school is a safe and welcoming place and an appropriate environment for our children, staff, and visitors. This role will involve a variety of responsibilities relating to the school building, including health and safety matters and the maintenance of the entire site both inside and outside.

Although individuals with experience in the field are welcomed, full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

The successful applicant will:

• be practical and able to operate systems and procedures
• take pride in and suggest improvements to the school environment
• show initiative in ensuring the site is safe and orderly
• be able to follow and create appropriate risk assessments
• contribute to maintenance projects and schedules
• be good at basic repair skills
• communicate effectively with all school staff and external contractors
• have a steady hand in ensuring the safety and security of the site

By working in our school, you will be based in a modern building with the latest equipment. To support staff wellbeing, the school also provides free access to the school fitness room from 7:30am to 9:00pm for staff members.

Ysgol Bro Teifi is a naturally Welsh, all-through school for pupils aged 3-19, located just outside the town of Llandysul in south-east Ceredigion. We serve a beautiful rural and community-focused area, approximately 45 minutes from the end of the M4, about 30 minutes from Carmarthen, and around 50 minutes from Aberystwyth.

Our school opened in September 2016 following an investment of approximately £30 million by Ceredigion County Council and the Welsh Government. As the first purpose-built all-age Welsh-medium school in Wales, we offer a seamless educational continuum that enables our pupils to develop confidently from the early years through to the sixth form. According to recent evaluations by Estyn, we have succeeded in creating a supportive learning community that places a strong emphasis on the wellbeing, progress, and development of each individual.

If you would like further information about the role or would like to arrange a visit to the site, you are welcome to contact the Headteacher at any time by phoning the school on or by emailing

Note:We reserve the right to extend the applicationclosing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture

We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows:

• School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing:Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions
• Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
• Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training

Llandysul Historically, Llandysul was the hub of the Welsh woollen industry where thousands of people were employed in the water driven mills during the industrial revolution.
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