Campus Caretaker & Operations Lead

BEXHILL COLLEGE; Rother; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

Bexhill College is seeking a reliable, proactive Senior Caretaker to join our campus team. You will oversee day-to-day site operations, open and close the college, and supervise caretaking staff to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for students and staff.

The role requires practical maintenance skills, flexibility, and willingness to work both indoors and outdoors. Enhanced DBS is required; training to drive the college minibus would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proactive, reliable and approachable.
• Flexible and adaptable in a busy environment.
• Enjoy working both inside and outside as grounds work forms part of the role.
• Able to use initiative and be a self-starter.
• Willingness to train to drive the college minibus is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the College, securing premises as required.
• Supervising caretaking staff and allocating daily tasks.
• Undertaking routine inspections and minor repairs.
• Monitoring building condition and reporting maintenance needs.
• Supporting contractors on site and ensuring adherence to site procedures.
• Supporting high standards of health and safety across the campus.
• Assisting with college events, including parents evenings and open evenings, possibly out-of-hours.

Skills

Proactive

Reliable

Flexible

Self-starter

Groundswork experience

Job description

Bexhill College is seeking a reliable, proactive Senior Caretaker to join our campus team. You will oversee day-to-day site operations, open and close the college, and supervise caretaking staff to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for students and staff.

The role requires practical maintenance skills, flexibility, and willingness to work both indoors and outdoors. Enhanced DBS is required; training to drive the college minibus would be advantageous.