Facilities & Site Support Technician | Minibus Driver

Nottingham Girls’ High School - GDST; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

GDST pension scheme

Training grants

Free staff lunch

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Job summary

Nottingham Girls’ High School is seeking a practical Estates/Caretaking operative to join our busy team. You will help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors, carry out repairs, support events, manage deliveries and secure buildings after hours.

Ideally you have experience in caretaking or maintenance in education or hospitality settings, a clean driving licence with D1/MIDAS availability, and a flexible, proactive approach to a varied role.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, site support, or similar practical roles.
• Calm under pressure with ability to respond to emergencies.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, furniture and equipment.
• Support school events, room setups and contractor visits.
• Manage deliveries, storage and porterage duties.
• Open, lock and secure buildings and grounds.
• Maintain cleanliness of the site and external areas.
• Assist with health and safety checks including fire alarms and Legionella.
• Support school vehicles with safety checks and driving when required.
• Assist with capital projects and site improvements.
• Drive the school minibus when needed.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Driving licence D1/MIDAS

Maintenance skills

Problem solving

Team player

Job description

Nottingham Girls’ High School is seeking a practical Estates/Caretaking operative to join our busy team. You will help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors, carry out repairs, support events, manage deliveries and secure buildings after hours.

Ideally you have experience in caretaking or maintenance in education or hospitality settings, a clean driving licence with D1/MIDAS availability, and a flexible, proactive approach to a varied role.