School Site Technician – Surrey

Marchant Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dependable School Site Technician for a school in Guildford, Surrey. You will perform routine inspections, minor repairs, and general maintenance to keep buildings, grounds and equipment safe and well-presented.

The role involves supporting classrooms, moving furniture, and assisting contractors while following health and safety policies. The ideal candidate has practical maintenance experience, good problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Previous experience in school maintenance, caretaking or facilities support is desirable.
• Practical knowledge of general building repairs and maintenance.
• Basic DIY, carpentry, decorating or plumbing skills would be beneficial.
• Familiarity with maintenance tools and equipment.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify hazards and report faults appropriately.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding checks and training.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections of school buildings and grounds.
• Complete minor repairs and general maintenance tasks.
• Identify and report faults, damage and potential hazards.
• Check doors, windows, locks and fixtures for defects.
• Assist with maintaining classrooms, corridors and communal areas.
• Support the setup and rearrangement of rooms for school activities.
• Move furniture, equipment and supplies safely.
• Monitor the condition of outdoor areas, pathways and entrances.
• Assist with deliveries and the movement of materials.
• Support authorised contractors working on the premises.
• Ensure tools and maintenance equipment are stored safely.
• Follow health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Report urgent maintenance issues promptly.
• Assist with routine equipment checks and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain tidy and safe working areas.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to support daily site operations.

Skills

School maintenance

Caretaking

Facilities support

Health & safety

General repairs

Independent worker

Job description

Our client is seeking a reliable and practical School Site Technician to support the maintenance, safety and general upkeep of a school in Guildford, Surrey. This opportunity would suit an individual with experience in caretaking, building maintenance, facilities support or technical repairs who takes pride in maintaining a safe and well-presented environment.

The successful candidate will assist with routine site inspections, minor repairs, equipment maintenance and general premises duties. Previous experience in a school setting would be advantageous, although candidates with transferable skills from property maintenance, construction or facilities services are also encouraged to apply.

Position Highlights

• School Site Technician position.
• Practical maintenance and technical support responsibilities.
• Duties involving building upkeep, repairs and safety checks.
• Opportunity to support the smooth running of a school.
• Suitable for candidates with maintenance or technical experience.

Role Overview

As School Site Technician, you will help ensure that the school buildings, grounds and equipment remain safe, functional and well maintained. You will undertake routine checks, identify faults, complete minor repairs and report any maintenance concerns requiring specialist attention.

You will also assist with preparing rooms for school activities, moving furniture and equipment, monitoring external areas and supporting contractors when necessary. The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive and comfortable working independently while following health and safety procedures and school policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections of school buildings and grounds.
• Complete minor repairs and general maintenance tasks.
• Identify and report faults, damage and potential hazards.
• Check doors, windows, locks and fixtures for defects.
• Assist with maintaining classrooms, corridors and communal areas.
• Support the setup and rearrangement of rooms for school activities.
• Move furniture, equipment and supplies safely.
• Monitor the condition of outdoor areas, pathways and entrances.
• Assist with deliveries and the movement of materials.
• Support authorised contractors working on the premises.
• Ensure tools and maintenance equipment are stored safely.
• Follow health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Report urgent maintenance issues promptly.
• Assist with routine equipment checks and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain tidy and safe working areas.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to support daily site operations.

About the School

The school is looking for a dependable and hands-on individual to help maintain its buildings, equipment and grounds. The successful candidate will contribute to a safe and welcoming learning environment by ensuring maintenance tasks are completed efficiently and potential issues are addressed promptly.

Experience and Skills

• Previous experience in school maintenance, caretaking or facilities support is desirable.
• Practical knowledge of general building repairs and maintenance.
• Basic DIY, carpentry, decorating or plumbing skills would be beneficial.
• Familiarity with maintenance tools and equipment.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify hazards and report faults appropriately.
• Relevant technical or maintenance qualifications would be advantageous.
• Willingness to complete required safeguarding checks and training.
• The right to work in the UK.