Site Maintenance Operative / Caretaker

Teaching Vacancies; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in York is seeking a proactive Site Maintenance Operative to support the school's operations. The ideal candidate will ensure a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all. Responsibilities include a range of maintenance tasks along with janitorial duties. Previous experience in site maintenance is desirable. Training opportunities are provided, making this a great chance to grow within the school community.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and professional development

A varied and rewarding role in a vibrant school environment

Qualifications

• Experience in site maintenance or a similar role (desirable).
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Willingness to undertake training as required.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operations of the school.
• Carry out maintenance, janitorial, and site support duties.
• Ensure the school site remains safe, secure, clean, and welcoming.

Skills

Reliability

Proactivity

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and hands-on Site Maintenance Operative to join our dedicated Site Team at Woldgate School. This is a vital role in ensuring our school site remains safe, secure, clean, and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors.

As a key member of the team, you will support the day-to-day operations of the school, carrying out a wide range of maintenance, janitorial, and site support duties to help create an outstanding learning environment.

What We’re Looking For:

1. A practical, solution-focused individual with a strong work ethic
2. Experience in site maintenance or a similar role (desirable)
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
4. Good understanding of health & safety regulations
5. Willingness to undertake training as required
6. Excellent communication and organisational skills

What the school offers its staff

• An exciting time as we look to move into our new school premises very soon
• Make a real difference in the daily life of our school community
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A varied and rewarding role in a vibrant school environment

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.