Maintenance Person/Caretaker (on-site)

Suffolk New College; Ipswich, Otley; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused educational institution in Otley is seeking a Maintenance Person/Caretaker to join its Estates & Facilities team. The successful candidate will manage building maintenance, security, and deliveries while ensuring attention to detail on a regular shift pattern. Essential are general maintenance knowledge, a driving license, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This role offers a salary of £26,310 per annum.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of general maintenance is essential.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry or plumbing would be beneficial.
• Ability to travel between campuses; a driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general building maintenance.
• Ensure building security.
• Manage deliveries efficiently.
• Operate machinery and tools for maintenance tasks.
• Use cleaning chemicals where necessary.
• Collaborate efficiently as part of a small team.
• Prioritise tasks with attention to detail.

Skills

General maintenance knowledge

Carpentry knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Ability to work independently

Tools

Machinery

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Person/Caretaker (on-site) – Suffolk Rural College in Otley

• Starting salary is £26,310 per annum
• 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (shift pattern)

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Estates & Facilities team at Suffolk Rural College in Otley as a Maintenance Person/Caretaker, working on a regular shift rota as part of the team covering the operational hours of the department.

Responsibilities

• General building maintenance
• Building security
• Managing deliveries
• Operate machinery and tools to undertake maintenance tasks
• Use cleaning chemicals to undertake associated tasks
• Work as part of a small team with the ability to work on own initiative
• Prioritise tasks and work efficiently with attention to detail

Qualifications and Requirements

• Basic knowledge of general maintenance is essential
• Basic knowledge of carpentry or plumbing would be beneficial
• Ability to travel between campuses; a driving licence is essential

Additional Information

As Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site, you may be required to visit or work at and travel between campuses.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive and to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

Recruitment Timetable

• Closing date: Sunday 19th October 2025 at Midnight
• Interview date: Tuesday 28th October 2025

Safeguarding and Equality

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our ongoing commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantees an interview to all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency. The college will not recognise agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed. The college will not pay fees for CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts. Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.