Maintenance Caretaker

Joneshouse Recruitment Ltd; Hooton Pagnell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a proactive School Maintenance Operative to handle various maintenance and site-related tasks at a school in Hooton Pagnell, England. The role involves conducting safety checks, performing repairs, managing a decoration schedule, and maintaining grounds. Benefits include an enhanced pension scheme, staff referral bonuses, and training opportunities. This is a full-time position starting at £26,208, ideal for individuals with a multi-skilled maintenance background.

Benefits

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff Referral Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Access to blue light discount card

Fully funded training and qualifications

Enhanced pay scales based on experience

Employee benefits scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a multi-skilled maintenance operative.
• Ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
• Organised, pragmatic, and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular safety checks, including fire alarms and emergency lighting.
• Complete various maintenance tasks directed by the Head Teacher.
• Manage a rolling decoration schedule during school holidays.
• Oversee contractors working on-site.
• Maintain school grounds, including grass cutting and hedge trimming.
• Ensure clear access on pathways and entrances.

Skills

Multi-skilled maintenance

Effective work without supervision

Organised and solutions-focused

Job description

School Maintenance Operative

Starting at £26,208 Full Time. We're seeking an experienced and proactive School Maintenance Operative to support a wide range of maintenance and site-related tasks around a school site.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out and record regular safety checks, including fire alarms, emergency lighting, playground equipment, and legionella prevention.
• Complete a variety of maintenance tasks as directed by the Head Teacher, such as basic carpentry, plumbing, and painting.
• Plan and manage a rolling decoration schedule, to be completed during school holidays.
• Oversee contractors working on-site, ensuring their work is safe, high-quality, and completed properly.
• Maintain the school grounds, including grass cutting and hedge trimming when needed.
• Keep all pathways and entrances clear of leaves, moss, snow, and ice to ensure safe pedestrian access at all times.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as requested by the Head Teacher or the Estates Team.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a multi‑skilled maintenance operative.
• Ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
• Organised, pragmatic, and solutions‑focused approach.

Benefits

• NEST enhanced pension scheme.
• Staff Referral Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Access to a blue light discount card.
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues.
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications.
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts.
• Life assurance.

School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.