Afternoon School Caretaker & Maintenance Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is recruiting for a Site Maintenance Assistant / School Caretaker in Bury. The role is 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 2:00pm–6:00pm, offering a long-term opportunity to help keep premises safe, clean and well maintained.

Key duties include securing premises, litter picking, leaf blowing, gritting, basic repairs and general maintenance. A DBS and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in caretaker, grounds maintenance, facilities or general maintenance is advantageous.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Proactive with a positive attitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow health and safety procedures and site instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with securing and locking up the school premises when required.
• Litter picking and emptying external bins.
• Using a leaf blower to clear car parks, playgrounds and other external areas.
• Gritting pathways and external areas after 3:30pm to ensure they are safe and prepared for the following day.
• Deactivating the fire alarm when required and in line with site procedures and training.
• Turning off the water supply in the event of leaks.
• Carrying out minor touch-up painting and decorating.
• Completing general handyman duties and basic site maintenance.
• Supporting the wider site team to ensure the school environment remains safe, tidy and presentable.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Maintenance skills

Reliable and punctual

Independent worker

Tools

Leaf blower

Basic handyman tools

Security checks

Job description

Veritas Education Recruitment is recruiting for a Site Maintenance Assistant / School Caretaker in Bury. The role is 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 2:00pm–6:00pm, offering a long-term opportunity to help keep premises safe, clean and well maintained.

Key duties include securing premises, litter picking, leaf blowing, gritting, basic repairs and general maintenance. A DBS and right to work in the UK are required.