School Caretaker / Site Manager

Envision-Education-2; Hemel Hempstead; In loco; GBP 17.000 - 19.000; Part-time

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Envision-Education-2 in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a practical Premises Assistant & Site Manager to support two connected schools. The role combines 15 hours per week as Premises Assistant with 5 hours per week as Site Manager, delivering hands-on maintenance, safety checks and coordination of premises operations.

The ideal candidate will have DIY skills, understand health and safety, work independently and travel between sites.

Mansioni

• Carry out routine maintenance tasks, minor repairs, decoration and general caretaking across two school sites.
• Coordinate planned and urgent maintenance, supervise premises staff and manage contractors for safe, high-quality work.
• Complete and monitor health and safety checks, risk assessments and statutory inspections, keeping accurate records.

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Are you a practical, organised and proactive individual who takes pride in maintaining safe and welcoming environments? We are looking for a reliable Premises Assistant & Site Manager to support two closely connected schools in Hemel Hempstead.

This combined role includes 15 hours per week as a Premises Assistant and 5 hours per week as a Site Manager. You will carry out hands-on maintenance while coordinating premises operations, helping ensure both schools remain safe, secure and well maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, minor repairs, decoration and general caretaking duties across school buildings and grounds.
• Coordinate planned and urgent maintenance, supervise premises staff and manage contractors to ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Complete and monitor health and safety checks, risk assessments and statutory inspections, maintaining accurate records.
• Oversee site security, keyholding, cleaning standards and grounds maintenance, including emergency access outside normal school hours.
• Help manage premises budgets, obtain quotations and support school events, lettings and improvements to the facilities.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has practical DIY or maintenance skills and experience carrying out minor repairs.
• Understands workplace health and safety requirements and can identify faults, prioritise tasks and find solutions.
• Has strong organisational and communication skills, with the confidence to work independently and oversee others.
• Can travel between school sites, undertake both contracts and work flexibly, including occasional support at other local schools.
• Is committed to safeguarding, confidentiality and supporting the schools' Catholic ethos, and is willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
• Experience in a school or similar setting is desirable but not essential. Experience managing budgets, coordinating contractors and overseeing premises compliance would be an advantage.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS, at least two satisfactory references and an online search for shortlisted candidates.