School Facilities & Safety Specialist

Keys Group; Trewince; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Blue light discount card

Fully funded training and certificates

Enhanced pay scales

Employee wellbeing app and discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking an experienced Caretaker to support a wide range of maintenance tasks in a school environment. You will carry out regular safety checks, basic carpentry, plumbing and decorating to help create a safe, well‑maintained setting for pupils and staff.

The role involves managing contractors, planning decorations during holidays, ensuring safe access and addressing maintenance issues proactively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years experience in a multi-skilled maintenance operative role.
• Previous experience in a similar caretaker role is essential.
• Able to work effectively without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and record regular checks on fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, playground equipment and legionella risks.
• Carry out maintenance tasks such as carpentry, plumbing and decorating as directed by the Head Teacher.
• Create and manage a rolling decoration programme for school holidays.
• Manage contractors on site and monitor safety and quality of work.
• General grounds maintenance including grass cutting and hedge trimming.

Skills

Multiskilled maintenance

Organised

Solutions-focused

Health & safety knowledge

Education

City & Guilds Carpentry & Joinery Qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

CSCS/IOSH/NEBOSH

Job description

Keys Group is seeking an experienced Caretaker to support a wide range of maintenance tasks in a school environment. You will carry out regular safety checks, basic carpentry, plumbing and decorating to help create a safe, well‑maintained setting for pupils and staff.

The role involves managing contractors, planning decorations during holidays, ensuring safe access and addressing maintenance issues proactively.