School Maintenance Operative

Keys Children; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; 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 quals

Enhanced pay scales based on exp

Employee wellbeing discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Education is seeking an experienced Caretaker in Caerphilly, South Wales, to support a wide range of maintenance tasks and help provide a safe learning environment for pupils. The role involves overseeing alarms, lighting, grounds work, and supervision of contractors, with a focus on proactive service delivery.

The position is full-time (40 hours per week) with a permanent contract and a salary of £27,000–£30,000. DBS checks are required as part of safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and record checks on fire alarm systems and emergency lighting.
• Carry out maintenance tasks and repairs as directed by the Head Teacher.
• Create and manage a rolling decoration programme during school holidays.
• Manage contractors on site and monitor safety/quality of work.
• General grounds maintenance including grass cutting and hedge trimming.
• Ensure safe pedestrian access and winter gritting where needed.

Skills

Multi-skilled maintenance

Independent working

Organised

Pragmatic

Solutions-focused

Maintenance experience

Job description

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Location: Mynydd Haf – Caerphilly Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 Contract: Full Time, permanent (40 hours per week)

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

What We’re Looking For

• 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

Benefits of Joining Keys Group

• 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 Educationis 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 anEqual Opportunities Employerand 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 toursare highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.

Please note we reserve the right to closethe 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.