School Estates Operative

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a reliable School Estates Operative to join a busy school site in the Sale (Trafford) area. The role focuses on upkeep, safety, and security of the premises, ensuring a safe and well‑maintained environment for students and staff.

The successful candidate will carry out general maintenance, monitor health and safety standards, conduct site checks, and assist with event setups. DBS update service preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a school caretaker/estates operative or in a similar role.
• Strong practical skills in maintenance and basic repairs.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Reliable and flexible with working hours.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the school site daily, including securing all buildings.
• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks.
• Monitoring and maintaining health & safety standards across the site.
• Conducting regular site checks and risk assessments.
• Ensuring cleanliness of external areas, including litter picking and basic grounds maintenance.
• Setting up rooms and facilities for school events and activities.
• Responding promptly to maintenance issues and emergencies.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Health & safety knowledge

Independent worker

Reliable and flexible

Job description

We are currently seeking a reliable and competent School Estates Operative to join a well-established school site in the Sale (Trafford) area.

This is a hands‑on role requiring a proactive individual who can take help to take responsibility for the upkeep, safety, and security of the school premises.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school environment is safe, clean, and well‑maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• -Opening and closing the school site daily, including securing all buildings
• -Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks
• -Monitoring and maintaining health & safety standards across the site
• -Conducting regular site checks and risk assessments
• -Ensuring cleanliness of external areas, including litter picking and basic grounds maintenance
• -Setting up rooms and facilities for school events and activities
• -Responding promptly to maintenance issues and emergencies

Requirements

• -Proven experience working as a school care taker / estates operative or in a similar role
• -Strong practical skills in maintenance and basic repairs
• -Good understanding of health & safety regulations
• -Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• -Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to maintaining high standards
• -Flexible approach to working hours when required

Important Information

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required, References to cover the last 2 years