Site Manager/Caretaker

TeacherActive Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Recruitment consultant

CPD opportunities

Ongoing support

Long-term & permanent opportunities

Flexible assignments

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is seeking reliable Site Managers / Caretakers for temporary and casual cover across schools in the West Midlands. Roles suit those with school-site experience who can adapt to flexible hours and assignments. You will help keep premises safe, clean, and well maintained, supporting a positive school environment.

Two professional references and an Enhanced DBS are required. Competitive hourly rates (£14.25–£16). DBS updates through TeacherActive if needed.

Qualifications

• Experience as School Site Manager or Caretaker.
• Willing to undertake temporary and casual assignments.
• Strong maintenance and site management skills with safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Open and secure the school premises.
• Carry out routine site and security checks.
• Complete basic maintenance and minor repairs.
• Monitor the general condition of the site.
• Support health and safety procedures.
• Report maintenance concerns and hazards.
• Liaise with staff, contractors and visitors.
• Support cleanliness and presentation of the site.
• Respond to urgent site issues when required.
• Ensure premises provide a safe environment for pupils and staff.

Job description

Hours: Flexible, dependent on school requirements

Introduction to the Role

TeacherActive is looking to recruit reliable and experienced

Site Managers / Caretakers to provide temporary and casual cover across schools and educational settings throughout the West Midlands.

This role would be ideal for somebody who has previously worked as a School Site Manager, Caretaker or Site Manager and is happy to undertake flexible, casual assignments when schools require additional site support or cover.

You will play an important role in ensuring school premises remain safe, secure, clean and well maintained, helping to create a positive environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

We work with welcoming and supportive schools that are committed to providing safe learning environments and achieving the best possible outcomes for their pupils.

Candidate Requirements

• Have previous experience working as a School Site Manager or Caretaker.
• Alternatively, have relevant previous experience working as a Site Manager.
• Be willing to undertake temporary and casual assignments.
• Have good practical maintenance and general site management skills.
• Have a strong awareness of health and safety.
• Be reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Have strong communication and organisational skills.
• Be comfortable working within a school environment.
• Be flexible regarding assignments and working hours where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school premises.
• Carrying out routine site and security checks.
• Completing basic maintenance and minor repairs.
• Monitoring the general condition of the school site.
• Supporting health and safety procedures across the premises.
• Reporting maintenance concerns and potential hazards.
• Liaising with school staff, contractors and external visitors.
• Supporting with the cleanliness and presentation of the school site.
• Responding to urgent site issues when required.
• Ensuring the premises provide a safe environment for pupils and staff.

Compliance Requirements

• Provide two professional references from recent employers.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service, where possible.
• Be willing to obtain a new Enhanced DBS through TeacherActive if they do not currently hold a suitable certificate.
• Have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Complete TeacherActive's required safeguarding and compliance checks before commencing work.

Benefits of Working Through TeacherActive

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Access to CPD and training opportunities.
• Ongoing support throughout your placements.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent work.
• Flexible temporary and casual assignments to suit your availability.

Company Details

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £14.25 to £17 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: B21 9SL Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 6 Oct 2026 Closing date: 5 Nov 2026

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular External Audits

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

TeacherActive is a member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Site Manager/Caretaker

£14.25 to £16 per hour

TeacherActive Ltd

On-site Contract Part time