School Facilities & Maintenance Officer — Multi-Site

Extend Learning Academies Network; West Wick; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Mileage expenses reimbursed

Job summary

Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) is seeking a dedicated Site Maintenance Operative (School Caretaker) to join our Central Estates Team, supporting a number of schools across Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding area. You will carry out planned maintenance, repairs and safety checks to keep buildings safe and welcoming for pupils and staff.

The role requires a full driving licence, the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, and a commitment to high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in building, property or facilities maintenance
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures and safe working practices
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full driving licence and access to your own transport
• Trade qualification such as City & Guilds or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a school, academy, educational setting, or multi-site facilities environment
• Knowledge of statutory compliance requirements within premises management

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs
• Undertaking general building maintenance tasks
• Painting, decorating and basic refurbishment work
• Basic plumbing, carpentry and minor repairs
• Conducting health and safety compliance checks
• Supporting fire safety, legionella monitoring and asbestos awareness procedures
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and compliance documentation
• Assisting with site security, including opening and locking school buildings
• Responding to site emergencies and alarm call-outs where required
• Supporting cleaning contractors and monitoring cleanliness standards
• Moving furniture, equipment and undertaking porterage duties
• Maintaining school grounds, playgrounds and outdoor learning environments
• Contributing to small maintenance and improvement projects across ELAN schools

Skills

Maintenance experience

Literacy & numeracy

Health and safety knowledge

Hand & power tools

Organisational & communication skills

Independence & teamwork

Full driving licence

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) is seeking a dedicated Site Maintenance Operative (School Caretaker) to join our Central Estates Team, supporting a number of schools across Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding area. You will carry out planned maintenance, repairs and safety checks to keep buildings safe and welcoming for pupils and staff.

The role requires a full driving licence, the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, and a commitment to high standards.