School Facilities & Maintenance Lead

Civitas Academy; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Professional Development

Flexible working

Blue Light Card discounts

Well-being support

Job summary

Civitas Academy in Reading is seeking an experienced School Caretaker to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for pupils. You will manage caretaking, maintenance, cleaning and security of the school site, liaising with senior staff to plan improvements and pre-planned works.

The role requires knowledge of facility management, Health & Safety, and the ability to lead teams and contractors while keeping accurate maintenance records. A proactive, flexible approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of facility management.
• Experience of managing and motivating a team and on-site contractors.
• Excellent working knowledge of Health and Safety Law and Fire Safety Law.
• Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and site risk assessments.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• DIY and handy person skills (basic decorating, carpentry, plumbing).
• Good computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) and diary entries for schedules.

Responsibilities

• Caretaking, maintenance, cleaning and security of the school site and grounds.
• Liaise daily with Headteacher and Office Coordinator on site matters.
• Monitor contractors, carry out routine maintenance and minor refurbishments.
• Maintain machinery and ensure safe working environment inside and outside the premises.
• Advise on improvements and carry out planned maintenance works.

Skills

Facility management

Team leadership

Contractor liaison

Health & Safety knowledge

Communication skills

DIY skills

Computer skills (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Civitas Academy in Reading is seeking an experienced School Caretaker to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for pupils. You will manage caretaking, maintenance, cleaning and security of the school site, liaising with senior staff to plan improvements and pre-planned works.

The role requires knowledge of facility management, Health & Safety, and the ability to lead teams and contractors while keeping accurate maintenance records. A proactive, flexible approach is essential.