Site Maintenance Operative / Caretaker

eTeach UK Limited; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution is seeking an energetic Site Maintenance Operative to join their estates team. This role involves ensuring schools remain safe and welcoming through hands-on building and grounds maintenance. Applicants should have practical experience in property maintenance and strong communication skills. The position requires the ability to manage site security and compliance inspections, with opportunities for additional hours and excellent benefits included. Access to personal transport is essential.

Benefits

Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing training

Five days paid carer days (pro-rata)

Qualifications

• Experience in school premises maintenance is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work at height and respond to unexpected situations.
• Flexible, friendly, and proactive approach required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks to high standards.
• Perform compliance inspections and maintain accurate service records.
• Complete minor repairs including carpentry and plumbing.
• Ensure health and safety compliance including asbestos awareness.
• Manage site security, including opening/closing buildings.

Skills

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Practical experience in property/building maintenance

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Ability to use a range of tools and equipment safely

Strong communication and organisational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education

Trade qualifications (City & Guilds or equivalent)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an energetic and motivated Site Maintenance Operative (formerly Caretaker) to join our central estates team at Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN).

You’ll play a key role in ensuring our schools provide a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. This is a hands‑on position involving building and grounds maintenance, compliance checks, and security duties across multiple ELAN sites, all within a few miles of each other. Access to transport is essential.

Location: working across ELAN schools in and around Weston-super-Mare. Your own transport is essential (milage can be claimed through expenses.) Hours: 25 hours per week (plus 25 INSET hours annually), Monday to Friday. Salary: E3 £17,285.81 or E4 £17,839.19 per annum (dependent on qualifications). Interview date: 21 January 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks to high standards.
• Perform compliance inspections and maintain accurate service records.
• Complete minor repairs (carpentry, painting, decorating, plumbing).
• Ensure health and safety compliance, including asbestos, fire, and legionella awareness.
• Support cleaning contractors and maintain hygiene standards.
• Manage site security, including opening/closing buildings and responding to callouts.
• Assist with porterage duties, furniture moves, and small project work.
• Maintain outdoor areas, playgrounds, and equipment.

Why Join ELAN?

• Permanent role with opportunities for additional hours.
• Excellent benefits including generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Supportive team environment and ongoing training.
• Five days paid carer days (pro-rata).

Skills and qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Practical experience in property/building maintenance.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to use a range of tools and equipment safely.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Trade qualifications (City & Guilds or equivalent), desirable but not essential.
• Experience in school premises maintenance, desirable but not essential.

Personal qualities

• Flexible, friendly, and proactive approach.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to work at height and respond to unexpected situations.
• Excellent self-management and problem-solving skills.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.