Site Operative (Caretaker)

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle-to-Work

26 days holiday

Job summary

The Trinity Catholic School in Nottingham is seeking a dedicated Site Operator to maintain a safe, welcoming and well‑run campus. This full‑time, permanent role covers 37 hours weekly with afternoon/evening shifts to support lessons, exams and community use.

You will work with the Site Manager to carry out routine repairs, monitor heating and alarms, supervise premises projects and help host events. A strong commitment to safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in site maintenance and security.
• Ability to carry out routine repairs and basic decorating.
• Experience supporting school premises operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operation, maintenance and security of the school site.
• Carrying out routine repairs, maintenance tasks and basic decorating duties.
• Supporting the upkeep of school buildings, grounds and facilities.
• Assisting with room setups for lessons, examinations, events and community activities.
• Supporting the monitoring and operation of site systems, including heating, lighting and alarms.
• Undertaking health and safety checks and assisting with compliance requirements.
• Working with contractors and supporting site projects as required.
• Helping to maintain a clean, welcoming and professional environment for all site users.

Skills

Maintenance

Security

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Job description

About this Role

The Trinity Catholic School are looking for a passionate and skilled Site Operator to take charge of creating an inspiring and secure environment where young minds can flourish.

This full-time, permanent role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact every single day. With a 37-hour working week split across mornings and evenings, this position is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic setting.

Late Shift - Start date: 30 November 2026

• Monday to Thursday: 1.15pm to 9.15pm
• Friday: 11.00am to 6.30pm

Early Shift - Start date: 4 January 2027

• Monday to Thursday: 5.30am to 1.30pm
• Friday: 5.30am to 1.00pm

About us

The Trinity Catholic School a Voluntary Academy is a secondary and sixth-form school located in Nottingham. We are an Ofsted-rated Good school. Our school is a great place to work because we are a high-achieving, values-driven community that nurtures students' academic, musical and personal growth, making it an inspiring and rewarding place to work.

We are part of the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic MultiAcademy Trust, bringing together 36 Catholic primary and secondary schools across Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

What's in it for you?

• A competitive salary £25,989 - £27,254 per annum (OLOL Band 3, NJC Points 6 - 9).
• Fantastic benefits:
  • Generous Pension Scheme with employer contributions over 20%.
  • Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
  • Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we've got you covered!
  • A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.
  • Great holiday entitlement: 26 days per year, plus bank holidays.

Your mission as Site Operator:

Working alongside the Site Manager and wider premises team, you will play an important role in ensuring our school site is safe, secure and well maintained. Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the day-to-day operation, maintenance and security of the school site.
• Carrying out routine repairs, maintenance tasks and basic decorating duties.
• Supporting the upkeep of school buildings, grounds and facilities.
• Assisting with room setups for lessons, examinations, events and community activities.
• Supporting the monitoring and operation of site systems, including heating, lighting and alarms.
• Undertaking health and safety checks and assisting with compliance requirements.
• Working with contractors and supporting site projects as required.
• Helping to maintain a clean, welcoming and professional environment for all site users.

Visits are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself what a warm and welcoming place our school is. We encourage you to contact Mrs Hay on [e-mail] or call 0115 929 6251 to arrange a visit or to discuss the role further.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We do not need to be a Catholic to work for out Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust's Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.