Maintenance

Tradewind Recruitment; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment seeks a Maintenance Technician / Site Manager for a school in Stoke-on-Trent. You will oversee daily maintenance of buildings and grounds, coordinate contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations to keep the site safe, welcoming, and fully operational.

Responsibilities include inspections, basic repairs, site security, grounds upkeep, and budget awareness, with safeguarding duties and availability outside normal hours when required.

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education (GCSEs or equivalent).
• Relevant maintenance, building services, or facilities management qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Health and Safety qualification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections of school buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs, including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, and minor electrical work where competent.
• Coordinate contractors and arrange repairs where specialist contractors are required.
• Maintain heating, lighting, ventilation, and water systems to ensure efficient operation.
• Open and secure the school buildings each day and monitor site security.

Job description

Maintenance Technician / Site Manager

Reports To Headteacher / School Business Manager

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Technician / Site Manager is responsible for ensuring that the school site, buildings, and grounds are safe, secure, clean, well-maintained, and fully operational. The post holder will oversee the day-to-day maintenance of the premises, coordinate contractors, ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, and provide a welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

Site Maintenance

• Carry out routine inspections of school buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs, including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, and minor electrical work where competent.
• Identify maintenance issues and arrange repairs where specialist contractors are required.
• Maintain heating, lighting, ventilation, and water systems to ensure efficient operation.
• Ensure all school facilities are maintained to a high standard.

Health & Safety

• Ensure the school complies with all relevant health and safety legislation.
• Conduct regular health and safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and statutory compliance.
• Monitor fire safety systems, emergency lighting, fire alarms, extinguishers, and evacuation procedures.
• Respond promptly to emergencies, including security incidents and building-related issues.

Security

• Open and secure the school buildings each day according to agreed schedules.
• Lock and unlock premises for staff, contractors, and community users.
• Monitor site security, alarms, CCTV (where applicable), and access control systems.
• Respond to alarm activations and security concerns when required.

Grounds Maintenance

• Maintain school grounds to provide a safe and attractive environment.
• Arrange or undertake grass cutting, hedge trimming, litter removal, leaf clearance, and gritting during icy conditions.
• Ensure pathways, car parks, and play areas remain safe throughout the year.

Contractor Management

• Coordinate and supervise contractors working on site.
• Ensure contractors comply with safeguarding procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Obtain quotations where required and monitor the quality of completed work.

Facilities Management

• Manage waste disposal and recycling arrangements.
• Monitor stock levels of maintenance supplies and cleaning materials.
• Assist with room setups for assemblies, examinations, performances, and school events.
• Support lettings and out-of-hours use of school facilities where applicable.

Compliance

• Ensure statutory inspections are completed, including: Fire safety equipment, Emergency lighting, Legionella control, Asbestos management, Electrical testing, Gas safety, Lifting equipment (where applicable).
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and compliance records.

Budget Management

• Assist with planning and monitoring the premises maintenance budget.
• Source cost-effective repairs, materials, and services.
• Recommend improvements to buildings and facilities.

Safeguarding

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people.
• Follow all school safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Report any safeguarding concerns immediately in line with school policy.

General Duties

• Act as a key holder and attend the school outside normal working hours when required.
• Provide excellent customer service to staff, pupils, parents, visitors, and contractors.
• Attend training as required.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as requested by the Headteacher or School Business Manager.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Good standard of general education (GCSEs or equivalent).
• Relevant maintenance, building services, or facilities management qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Health and Safety qualification (or willingness to obtain).