Primary School Caretaker

Smile Education are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager/Caretaker to join a welcoming and supportive school on a temporary basis, with an immediate start available through to the Christmas period.

The successful applicant will be responsible for carrying out daily site checks, general maintenance and minor repairs, monitoring the condition of the premises and ensuring any issues are identified and reported promptly. The role will focus on daytime site management, with an existing key holder responsible for opening and locking the premises.

The role offers up to 6 hours per day and would suit someone with previous experience in caretaking, site management, facilities management, maintenance or a similar hands-on environment. The successful candidate should be confident working independently, able to prioritise tasks effectively and have a strong understanding of health and safety and site compliance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and dedicated school team on a temporary basis, with the role expected to continue through to the Christmas period. The expected salary range for the role is £16 - £18 per hour, depending on experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carrying out daily checks of the school buildings, grounds and facilities

Ensuring the school site is safe, secure, clean and well maintained

Completing and maintaining accurate records of daily site and compliance checks

Identifying and reporting maintenance, health and safety or compliance issues

Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs where appropriate

Maintaining school grounds, including basic gardening and outdoor upkeep

Monitoring heating, lighting and other basic site systems

Supporting fire safety and emergency procedures

Ensuring relevant health and safety

requirements are maintained

Liaising with contractors and external agencies when required

Supporting contractors and service providers attending the site

Assisting with deliveries and moving equipment or furniture where required

Ensuring classrooms, communal areas and external spaces are safe and presentable

Responding promptly to any issues that may affect the safety or smooth running of the school

Reporting larger maintenance issues to the relevant person or contractor

Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school site

Keeping site documentation and compliance information up to date

Working closely with school staff to ensure the premises remain safe and operationalThe Ideal Candidate Will:

Have previous experience working as a Caretaker, Site Manager, Site Assistant, Facilities Assistant or in a similar role

Ideally have previous experience working within a school or educational setting

Have good general maintenance and DIY skills

Have a strong understanding of health and safety and site compliance

Be practical, proactive and able to use their own initiative

Be reliable, punctual and highly organised

Be confident working independently

Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Be able to build positive working relationships with school staff, contractors and visitors

Take pride in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming school environment

Be able to identify potential issues and take appropriate action

Be flexible and willing to respond to the changing needs of the school

Be available for the required temporary period through to ChristmasWhat to Expect from Applicants:We are looking for applicants with previous experience in caretaking, site management, maintenance, facilities management or a similar practical role.

Previous experience working within a school or educational environment would be highly advantageous. Candidates should be confident carrying out general maintenance, daily site checks and basic repairs, while understanding the importance of safeguarding, security, health and safety and compliance within a school setting.

The successful candidate will be expected to work proactively and efficiently, ensuring that the school site is maintained to a high standard and that any issues are identified, recorded and dealt with promptly.

An existing key holder will be responsible for opening and locking the school premises, so the successful candidate will primarily be required to work during the daytime for up to 6 hours per day.

Why work with Smile Education?

Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists with a proven track record of supporting both experienced education professionals and those beginning their careers.

To be successful in your application, you should have experience in one or more of the following:

School caretaking or site management

General maintenance and DIY

Facilities management

Building and grounds maintenance

Health and safety checks

Site compliance and record keeping

Working within a school or educational environment

Managing contractors and deliveries

Maintaining buildings and external areas

Responding to maintenance and site issues

Availability to start immediately and commit to the required temporary duration through to ChristmasWe are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited List, Barred List, DBS and qualification checks.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications