We are looking to appoint a suitably experienced and skilled person to join our dedicated Estates Team.

This role involves working on a Saturday and Sunday assisting external hires using the College’s sports and performing arts facilities, as well as carrying out general caretaking responsibilities, as needed.

The aim is to ensure that any hirer’s overall experience of facility use is positive, such that we may retain their custom and they may recommend us further.

We are also looking for a Caretaker to work, alongside other Estates Team colleagues, on a Monday.

Applications are welcome from interested parties wishing to work all three days, as well as applications for the weekend role, or the week role, only.

We are looking for somebody with a positive, proactive approach, who will work effectively as part of our Estates Team.  We want the successful candidate to care about, and be proud of the wonderful, historic, educational facilities and operations of our College!

Safeguarding & Child Protection:

Abbey Gate College is committed, as a priority, to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will, therefore, be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview; please inform your referees.

Whilst criminal convictions are not necessarily a bar to appointment, this safety consideration will be central to all decisions regarding the employment of staff, approval of volunteers, and standards of external contractors.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview.

A social media search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Therefore, applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Process for Applications:

• Closing date for applications: Monday 22nd September 2025 at 9.00am

In order to apply for this vacancy, please complete our Abbey Gate College application form (below).

Please also include a covering letter, which should be addressed to our Head, Mr Craig Jenkinson, outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role and the College.

Your completed application form and covering letter should be returned to Mrs Sue Moran, HR and Staff Wellbeing Manager, at: sue.moran@abbeygatecollege.co.uk by the above closing date.

Should you require any additional information or assistance regarding your application, please also contact Sue Moran.  Please visit our website at www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk for more information about the College.

We are looking to appoint a suitably experienced and skilled Cleaner to join our dedicated Estates Team.  This post will be based at our Senior School in Saighton, but the successful candidate may need to support in our Infant and Junior School in Aldford, occasionally (driven by another member of our Estates Team, on one of the College’s minibuses).  Both our Saighton and Alford sites are beautifully maintained and enjoyed by pupils, colleagues, and visitors alike.

Please be aware that Abbey Gate College is not based in Chester city centre.  We are approximately 10 – 15 minutes’ drive from the city centre, in a rural location.  Therefore, own transport is required.

Job Description:

Line managed by our Head Caretaker, the working pattern for this role is:

22.5 hours per week, 2.00pm – 6.30pm, Monday – Friday, term-time only.

We would welcome applications from interested parties wishing to work part time hours, as we are happy to consider a job share.

Our Cleaners, along with the entire Estates Team, perform an essential role in ensuring that the College buildings are cleaned and maintained in optimum condition for use by our students and visitors.

Safeguarding & Child Protection:

Abbey Gate College is committed, as a priority, to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will, therefore, be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview; please inform your referees.

Whilst criminal convictions are not necessarily a bar to appointment, this safety consideration will be central to all decisions regarding the employment of staff, approval of volunteers, and standards of external contractors.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview.

A social media search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Therefore, applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Process for Applications:

• Closing date for applications: Monday 22^nd September 2025

In order to apply for our Cleaner vacancy, please complete our Abbey Gate College application form (below).

Please also include a covering letter, which should be addressed to our Head, Mr Craig Jenkinson, outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role and the College.

Your completed application form and covering letter should be returned to Mrs Sue Moran, HR and Staff Wellbeing Manager, at: sue.moran@abbeygatecollege.co.uk by the above closing date.

Should you require any additional information or have any difficulties in completing / submitting your application, please also contact Sue Moran.

We are recruiting for a full time Caretaker as a temporary post.

Please see the job description for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Safeguarding & Child Protection:

Abbey Gate College is committed, as a priority, to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will, therefore, be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview; please inform your referees.

Whilst criminal convictions are not necessarily a bar to appointment, this safety consideration will be central to all decisions regarding the employment of staff, approval of volunteers, and standards of external contractors.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview.

A social media search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Therefore, applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Process for Applications:

• Closing date for applications: Monday 22^nd September 2025

In order to apply for our Caretaker vacancy, please complete our Abbey Gate College application form (below).

Please also include a covering letter, which should be addressed to our Head, Mr Craig Jenkinson, outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role and the College.

Your completed application form and covering letter should be returned to Mrs Sue Moran, HR and Staff Wellbeing Manager, at: sue.moran@abbeygatecollege.co.uk by the above closing date.

Should you require any additional information or have any difficulties in completing / submitting your application, please also contact Sue Moran.