School Caretaker/Site Manager Job Vacancy in Heald Green

TEEM Recruitment Ltd.; Heald Green; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEM Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a reliable School Caretaker/Site Manager for a busy school in Heald Green. The role is full-time and temporary, starting ASAP, with hours 10:45am–6:45pm, Monday to Friday. You will help maintain a safe, secure and welcoming site for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will manage day-to-day site upkeep, liaise with contractors and support events and compliance processes while upholding high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a School Caretaker or similar role.
• Strong practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Good knowledge of health and safety requirements (fire safety, Legionella, asbestos).
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible, proactive and dependable.
• Enhanced DBS is required.
• UK resident eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day upkeep, maintenance and security of the school site.
• Maintain accurate records relating to maintenance, compliance, health and safety, and PPM checks.
• Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance across the site.
• Undertake basic DIY tasks; painting and decorating experience advantageous.
• Help ensure the premises remain clean, safe and fully operational.
• Liaise with contractors and monitor works on site.
• Assist with room setups, school events and site logistics.
• Support school compliance procedures, including asbestos awareness and site safety monitoring.
• Identify and report maintenance, health and safety or security issues promptly.
• Maintain the site to a high standard at all times.
• Respond quickly to issues affecting safety, security or smooth running.

Skills

Caretaker experience

DIY skills

Health & safety knowledge

Independent work

Organisational skills

Communication & teamwork

Flexibility & reliability

Enhanced DBS

Immediate start

Job description

School Caretaker / Site Manager

Location: Heald Green
Contract: Full-time, Temporary
Initial End Date: Friday 23 October 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:45am–6:45pm

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, proactive and practical School Caretaker / Site Manager to join a busy school in Heald Green and support the smooth and effective day-to-day operation of the site.

This is an important role within the school, responsible for helping to maintain a safe, secure, clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will be practical and well organised, with the ability to work independently and use their own initiative. You will take pride in maintaining high standards across the school premises and ensuring the site remains safe, secure and fully operational at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day upkeep, maintenance and security of the school site, including locking and securing the premises.
• Maintain accurate records relating to maintenance, compliance, health and safety, and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) checks.
• Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance across the school site.
• Undertake basic DIY tasks, with experience in painting and decorating being advantageous.
• Help ensure the school premises remain clean, safe and fully operational.
• Liaise with contractors and monitor works carried out on site.
• Assist with room setups, school events and general site logistics.
• Support school compliance procedures, including asbestos awareness and site safety monitoring.
• Identify and report maintenance, health and safety or security issues promptly.
• Maintain the school site to a high standard at all times.
• Respond quickly and proactively to any issues that could affect the safety, security or smooth running of the school.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a School Caretaker, Site Manager, Facilities Assistant, or in a similar maintenance or facilities role.
• Strong practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• A good understanding of health and safety requirements, including fire safety, Legionella awareness and asbestos awareness.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A flexible, proactive and dependable approach to work.
• A current Enhanced DBS.
• Availability to start immediately.

The establishment is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For this role you need to be a UK resident and eligible to work in the UK