Castle @Theale is a specialist provision for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties and Autism aged 11 to 16. We are a bespoke, therapeutic environment within which young people are celebrated for who they are and the skills that they have. All students are thoroughly and expertly supported by a wide team of highly skilled professionals to overcome the challenges they face and to enable them to achieve to their very fullest potential.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, pro-active Caretaker to work as part of our site team. You will assist in the maintenance of the school grounds and school buildings, provide security for the Theale site and liaise with contractors.

You will be able to juggle priorities, be flexible and have the ability to work within a team. You will be physically fit and able to work under your own initiative.

You will work under the direction of the School Business Manager and the Site Controller. You will be required to work shifts to fit in with the needs of the school. You must have the ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and other staff.

In return, we offer:

• Opportunities for further training.
• Opportunities to work with highly experienced, devoted colleagues and students.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Onsite car parking.
• Generous local government pension scheme.

For further information and an application pack, please contact Cassy Clark, HR Officer via email on hr@castle.w-berks.sch.uk or visit the school website at www.thecastleschoolnewbury.org.uk

Closing date: 4 October 2026
Interviews: w/c 12 October 2026

We reserve the right to interview before the closing date when we have applications who meet the shortlisting criteria so please apply early.

The Castle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will
ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with guidance in KCSIE. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal
records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant checks including online searches to
help to identify any incidents and/or issues which may be relevant to your suitability for the role, which the school may want to explore further with you.