School Caretaker

PK Education Limited; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Work across multiple locations

Supportive team environment

Job summary

PK Education Limited is recruiting reliable school caretakers in Mansfield to support day-to-day site operations and maintenance. This flexible, as-needed role fits around other commitments while contributing to safe, well-managed educational environments.

Responsibilities include inspections, basic maintenance, cleaning, opening/closing premises, and assisting with events. DBS check is preferred; punctual, flexible, and able to work independently or in a team are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaker, facilities, maintenance, or site support is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance tasks safely and effectively.
• Strong awareness of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine site inspections to keep premises safe, secure, and well-maintained.
• Undertake basic maintenance and repair tasks across school buildings and grounds.
• Ensure facilities are clean, tidy, and ready for daily use.
• Open and secure school premises as required.
• Monitor and report maintenance issues, hazards, or security concerns to the supervisor.
• Assist with room setups, furniture movement, and event preparation.
• Maintain external areas including pathways, entrances, and outdoor spaces.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and site-specific regulations.

Skills

Health & safety

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent working

Education

DBS check

Job description

About the Role

We are currently recruiting reliable and proactive School Caretakers to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of school sites across Mansfield. This is a flexible, as-needed role ideal for individuals seeking work that can fit around other commitments while contributing to the smooth running of educational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine site inspections to ensure the premises remain safe, secure, and well-maintained
• Undertake basic maintenance and repair tasks across school buildings and grounds
• Ensure school facilities are clean, tidy, and ready for daily use
• Open and secure school premises as required
• Monitor and report maintenance issues, hazards, or security concerns to the appropriate supervisor
• Assist with room setups, furniture movement, and preparation for school events and activities
• Maintain external areas including pathways, entrances, and outdoor spaces
• Follow all health and safety procedures and site-specific regulations

Requirements

• Previous caretaker, facilities, maintenance, or site support experience preferred but not essential
• Ability to carry out basic maintenance and practical tasks safely and effectively
• Strong awareness of health and safety practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours to suit your availability
• Opportunities to work across multiple school locations
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing work on a bank basis
• Opportunity to gain experience within educational settings
• Competitive rates of pay