CareTaker / Site Manager

Flourish Education; Rugby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Pension contributions

Safeguarding training

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Flourish Education in Rugby is recruiting a Caretaker / Site Manager to join a local school on a long-term basis, starting after October half term. The role focuses on maintaining the school premises, ensuring a safe, secure and well-presented site for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will work regular hours across mornings and afternoons, with flexibility discussed at interview. Prior caretaker or premises experience and a solid health and safety understanding are essential to succeed in this

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caretaker or site management.
• Practical maintenance skills for minor repairs.
• Solid understanding of health, safety and safeguarding.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Reliable, organised and proactive approach.
• Strong communication with staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Open and secure school premises at required times.
• Carry out general site maintenance and minor repairs.
• Perform regular site checks for safety issues.
• Keep premises clean, tidy and presentable.
• Report faults or safety concerns promptly.
• Follow procedures for site security and safeguarding.
• Respond to day-to-day site issues to keep the school running smoothly.

Skills

Caretaker experience

Premises maintenance

Health and safety knowledge

Independent worker

Organised and proactive

Communication skills

Tools

None

Job description

Flourish Education are recruiting for a Caretaker / Site Manager to work at a school in Rugby on a long-term basis, starting after October half term.

The successful candidate will be responsible for helping to maintain the school premises, ensuring the site is safe, secure and well maintained for pupils, staff and visitors.

The working hours for this Caretaker / Site Manager role are:

• Monday–Friday: 7:00am–10:00am
• Monday–Thursday: 2:45pm–6:15pm
• Friday: 2:45pm–5:30pm

Flexible working opportunities are available. For the right candidate, the school can offer flexibility with either the morning or afternoon element of the shift. Specific working arrangements can be discussed and agreed at interview.

As a Caretaker / Site Manager, you will be expected to:

• Open and secure the school premises at the required times
• Carry out general site maintenance, minor repairs and upkeep of the school buildings and grounds
• Complete regular site checks and identify any maintenance or safety issues
• Ensure the school premises are kept clean, tidy and presentable
• Report faults, damage or health and safety concerns to the appropriate person
• Follow school procedures relating to site security, health and safety and safeguarding
• Respond to day-to-day site issues and help ensure the school runs smoothly

To apply for this Caretaker / Site Manager role, you will need:

• Previous experience in a caretaker, premises or site management role.
• Practical maintenance skills and the ability to carry out minor repairs.
• A good understanding of health and safety and site security.
• The ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively.
• A reliable, organised and proactive approach to work.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work professionally with school staff and visitors.

Our Promise to You:

We promise to provide regular support throughout the recruitment process and while you are working with Flourish Education. We aim to find opportunities that suit your experience, availability and working preferences.

Working with Flourish Education also offers you other excellent benefits, including:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Pension contributions.
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training, including modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Regular contact and support from your dedicated consultant.

You will be working at a school in Rugby, with the opportunity to secure a long-term position.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.