Mobile School Caretaker

Pinnacle Group; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Annual Leave

Sick Pay Schemes

Personal Development Plans

Job summary

Pinnacle Group is seeking a Mobile School Caretaker to keep six Exeter school sites secure, clean and in good working order. The role covers opening/locking, patrols, basic maintenance and liaising with external service providers as needed.

A company vehicle is provided for business use, and the position is full-time with a weekly rotating pattern. The ideal candidate will have practical DIY skills, good customer service, and the ability to work as part of a team across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Practical DIY skills including basic plumbing, carpentry and electrical work.
• Good customer service and communication.
• Reliable and adaptable for a mobile multi-site role.
• Ability to liaise with external service providers.
• Team player with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring security and access control across school sites.
• Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Liaise with service providers for planned works.
• Assist with day-to-day facilities tasks and housekeeping.
• Respond to maintenance requests and emergencies as required.

Skills

General DIY

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical

Customer service

Job description

# Mobile School Caretaker## Job IntroductionPinnacle Group are looking for a Mobile Caretaker to ensure our buildings and facilities are well-maintained, secure, fully functional and Health & Safety compliant. In this role, you will provide and maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment for staff, users and visitors to a high standard throughout the patch of schools in Exeter.Our Total Facilities Management team delivers integrated asset management and maintenance services across education, leisure, corporate, health and residential sectors.We focus on keeping facilities running smoothly, safely, and efficiently – helping our clients create spaces that work for everyone.This is a mobile role requiring travel between six school sites across Exeter. The position is full-time and operates on a weekly rotating shift pattern of 6:00am to 2:00pm and 10:00am to 6:00pm. A company vehicle will be provided for business use.**Who we are**Pinnacle Group is a market-leading national provider of housing, neighbourhood and workplace services. With over thirty years of experience, we deliver expert, place-based management and maintenance solutions that enhance the everyday lives of the communities we serve.We’re a people-first organisation with a values-driven culture that has stood the test of time -reflected in the way we care for both our employees and our customers.**Who we’re looking for**We’re looking for someone who not only meets the key criteria below but also embraces our core values – Trust, Respect, Involve, Challenge, and Deliver Excellence – and is committed to earning and maintaining the confidence of our clients and communities.Key responsibilities:* Ensuring security integrity of the school buildings and grounds through locking and unlocking, patrols, monitoring.* Carry out day-to -day duties according to daily schedule, i.e. littler picking, Bin emptying, sweeping.* Carry out defined Planned Preventative Maintenance responsibilities in accordance with each school's schedule and individual's skills* Where appropriate provide access, escort, liaise with and assist service providers on site to undertake remedial work or Planned Prevented Maintenance.* Carry out minor maintenance repairs and decoration works.* Carry out initial investigations into reactive requests made during the day relating to deficiencies in accommodation and making temporary or permanent repairs or otherwise notifying management of the need to call in a service provider, in accordance with prescribed procedures and timescales.* Respond to emergency situations, affecting temporary or permanent rectification in accordance with prescribed procedures and timescales.* Respond to request for porterage and collection of parcels, movement of furniture rearrangement of rooms etc. in accordance with prescribed procedures and timescales.* Weekly checking and clearing drains, gullies for blockages as well as weekly plant room check/plant changeover monthly change/sterilize shower heads/ Painting (patch and programmed works)Key requirements:* Range of general handyperson skills such as general DIY skills, minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical* Good customer service skills* Amenable and approachable personality* Ability to liaise with and assist external service providers* Ability to work in a team**Our offer**We believe that diversity makes us stronger. The more varied our workforce, the better we can understand, reflect and meet the needs of the communities we serve. That’s why we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – especially those who represent the communities we work with every day.As a colleague, you’ll be part of an inclusive and supportive culture where you’re encouraged to thrive. We’re committed to helping you reach your full potential through continuous learning, development opportunities and career progression.In addition to statutory benefits such as sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, a pension scheme, and annual leave, we offer a wide range of additional benefits tailored to your role and business area, including:* Maternity/paternity packages* Flexible Working Arrangements* Life Assurance* Enhanced Pension Scheme* Additional Annual Leave* Private Medical Insurance* Cycle to Work Scheme* Employee Assistance Programme* Retail Discounts* Childcare Assistance* Season Ticket Loans* Sick Pay Schemes* Personal Development PlansApply+−Leaflet | OpenStreetMap contributors### Mobile School Caretaker* **Salary** £27000 - £27000* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** P3337* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 26 October, 2026* **Job Category** Operative* **Business Unit** Total FM* **Location** Exeter, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 28 September, 2026