School Maintenance Operative

Keys Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay scales

Fully funded training and quals

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Education is seeking an experienced Caretaker to support a wide range of maintenance tasks and ensure a safe, well-maintained environment for students. The role involves checks on fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, and grounds maintenance, with responsibilities spanning carpentry, plumbing, decorating, and managing contractors.

The post requires an organised, pragmatic, solutions-focused individual who can work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be an experienced multiskilled maintenance operative.
• Able to work effectively without direct supervision.
• Organised, pragmatic and solutions-focused.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and record regular checks on fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, playground equipment and legionella risks.
• Carry out maintenance duties as directed by the Head Teacher (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, decorating).
• Create and manage a rolling decoration program to be completed during school holidays.
• Manage contractors on site and monitor safety and quality of their work.
• General grounds maintenance including grass cutting and hedge trimming.
• Ensure safe pedestrian access and keep paths clear of leaves and moss; gritting and snow clearing during severe weather.
• Carry out other reasonable activities as requested by the Head Teacher or Estates Team.

Skills

Multiskilled maintenance

Work without supervision

Organised

Solutions-focused

Job description

We're looking for an experienced and proactive Caretaker to support a wide-range of maintenance tasks. This role offers a unique opportunity to make an impact on service delivery for vulnerable children providing them with the opportunity learn in a well-maintained safe environment.,

• Undertake and record regular checks on fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, playground equipment, legionella risks etc.
• Undertake range of maintenance duties as directed by the Head Teacher, that contribute to the maintenance of the school premises (e.g. carpentry, plumbing and decorating.
• Create and manage a rolling decoration program to be planned and completed during school holiday periods.
• Manage contractors on site when carrying out repairs and maintenance, monitor the safety of their working practices/quality of work.
• General grounds maintenance including grass cutting and hedge trimming where necessary.
• Always ensure safe pedestrian access, including keeping paths and entrances clear of leaves and moss, as well as gritting and snow clearing during severe weather.
• To carry out any other reasonable activities as requested by the Head Teacher or the Estates Team.
• Experienced multi-skilled maintenance operative- Essential
• Previous experience in a similar role- Desirable
• Able to work effectively without direct supervision - Essential
• Organised, pragmatic, and solutions-focused- Essential
• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

Keys Education is a national network of alternative learning solutions and pathways, designed to support learners with diverse needs to achieve their goals and realise their potential. It helps individuals with support needs build stability, resilience, and a sense of belonging through Connected Support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview - please include details of your service on your CV.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All posts require an enhanced DBS check.

School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.