School Caretaker & Facilities Specialist

Proman; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Overtime opportunities

Contract extension

School environment experience

Job summary

Proman is currently recruiting a Caretaker to work at a School in Birmingham (B9 5QA). The role requires an Enhanced DBS and offers an 8-hour day pattern with a PAYE rate of £13.00 per hour, Monday to Friday.

The contract runs until 30 November 2026 with potential extension, and overtime/weekend work may be available. You will open/close buildings, perform site inspections, carry out maintenance, and support school activities while ensuring health and safety compliance and effective liaison with

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS is required.
• Caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or building services experience is desirable.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• Ability to carry out basic maintenance and repair tasks.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Must provide own dark workwear and safety boots.
• Flexible approach to overtime and occasional weekend working.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing school buildings, ensuring site security at all times.
• Conducting daily site inspections and reporting defects via the helpdesk.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and minor repairs.
• General caretaking duties including porterage, litter picking, cleaning, and basic maintenance.
• Preparing buildings and outdoor areas for school activities and seasonal changes.
• Managing site stock, materials, and equipment.
• Ensuring timely completion and closure of maintenance jobs.
• Supporting subcontractors and mobile technical teams on site.
• Conducting statutory compliance checks, including fire alarm testing and emergency lighting inspections.
• Responding to emergency situations and supporting fire evacuations when required.
• Maintaining accurate records and compliance documentation.
• Building positive relationships with school staff and clients.
• Supporting facilities management meetings and site reporting requirements.
• Supervising third-party activities such as lettings and after-school clubs.

Skills

Enhanced DBS

Caretaking experience

Health & safety awareness

Communication

Organisational skills

Overtime flexibility

Job description

Proman is currently recruiting a Caretaker to work at a School in Birmingham (B9 5QA). The role requires an Enhanced DBS and offers an 8-hour day pattern with a PAYE rate of £13.00 per hour, Monday to Friday.

The contract runs until 30 November 2026 with potential extension, and overtime/weekend work may be available. You will open/close buildings, perform site inspections, carry out maintenance, and support school activities while ensuring health and safety compliance and effective liaison with