Caretaker

Dovetail and Slate; Amersham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a reliable Caretaker to join their estates team in Amersham, England. This hands-on role will involve supporting the operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds, ensuring safety, security, and a positive environment. Key responsibilities include outdoor maintenance, managing goods-in tasks, and assisting with site readiness. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in estates or caretaking, a willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS check, and full UK work rights. Competitive salary and secure employment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

High pension

Stable role in education

Long-term development potential

Qualifications

• Previous experience in estates or caretaking roles.
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS check.
• Full rights to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the effective operation, safety, and appearance of all site buildings.
• Undertake day-to-day caretaking and maintenance tasks.
• Manage goods-in and portering tasks.

Skills

Practical DIY skills

Maintenance knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

Organisation

We're recruiting a reliable and proactive Caretaker on behalf of a leading education provider. This is a hands‑on role within a busy estates team, supporting the day‑to‑day care, security, and operation of buildings and grounds.

Role Purpose

• Support the effective operation, safety, and appearance of all site buildings and grounds.
• Work as part of the estates team to deliver high‑quality caretaking and maintenance services.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and customer‑focused environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Carry out outdoor maintenance, including grounds upkeep and general site appearance.
• Undertake day‑to‑day caretaking duties and general maintenance tasks across the site.
• Support the care, security, and operation of all buildings and facilities.
• Assist with the daily availability and readiness of the site.
• Support the Head of Estates with maintenance, development and project planning.
• Manage goods‑in and portering tasks, including deliveries, equipment movement, record keeping and health and safety checks.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in estates, caretaking, or a related environment.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain).
• Good practical DIY and maintenance knowledge.
• Trade experience desirable but not essential.
• Full rights to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and high pension.
• Secure, full‑time role within a supportive estates team.
• Opportunity to work in a stable and rewarding education environment.
• Varied, hands‑on role with long‑term development potential.

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