Trainee Caretaker / Junior Maintenance Assistant

Rise Technical Recruitment; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days holiday

Bank holidays

Full training

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Maidenhead School in Maidenhead, Berkshire is seeking a Trainee Caretaker / Junior Maintenance Assistant. The role offers hands-on training, the chance to learn maintenance skills and the path to progress into a Site Manager position in the future.

You will carry out basic repairs, painting and general DIY tasks, supporting day-to-day upkeep of buildings and grounds. Term-time hours and flexible shifts are available, with full training and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Practical, hands-on individuals with interest in maintenance and repairs.
• Basic experience in general maintenance, painting, decorating, carpentry or related trades.
• Willingness to learn and develop maintenance skills with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out basic maintenance, repairs, painting and decorating.
• Help maintain school buildings, facilities and grounds.
• Assist with site security, opening and closing procedures.
• Support with deliveries, moving equipment and preparing rooms for activities.
• Assist with school events and external lettings.
• Learn under an experienced Site Manager and progress to greater responsibilities.

Skills

Practical hands-on

DIY skills

Education

College course in construction

Painting and decorating

Carpentry

Job description

Trainee Caretaker / Junior Maintenance Assistant

Maidenhead, Berkshire

27,967 + 29 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Full Training + Career Progression + Flexible Working Hours + Excellent Benefits

Are you a practical, hands‑on individual who enjoys fixing things, working with tools and learning new skills?

Are you looking for a secure, long-term career where you can receive training, develop your maintenance skills and have the opportunity to progress into a Site Manager position in the future?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and welcoming secondary school in Maidenhead that takes pride in providing a safe, supportive and positive environment for its students and staff. The school is looking to invest in someone with the right attitude, offering hands‑on training, ongoing support and the opportunity to become a valued member of its estates and maintenance team.

In this role, you will support the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the school, carrying out basic repairs, painting, decorating, general DIY tasks and helping ensure the buildings and grounds are safe, clean and well maintained.

Working alongside an experienced Site Manager, you will have the opportunity to learn new skills, develop your confidence and gradually take on more responsibility.

The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys practical work, has basic DIY or maintenance skills and is keen to learn. You may have recently completed a college course in construction, painting and decorating, carpentry or another practical trade, or you may already have experience in general maintenance, facilities or a hands‑on role. Previous school experience is not required, and full training and support will be provided.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in maintenance and facilities management, with a clear opportunity to develop towards a Site Manager position in the future. With 29 days' holiday plus bank holidays, flexible working hours and a supportive team willing to invest in your development, this position offers a fantastic starting point for someone looking to establish a long-term career.

The Role:

• Carry out basic maintenance, repairs, painting, decorating and general DIY tasks.
• Help maintain the school buildings, facilities and grounds.
• Assist with site security, opening and closing procedures.
• Support with deliveries, moving equipment and preparing rooms for school activities.
• Assist with school events and external lettings.
• Work alongside an experienced Site Manager, receiving ongoing training and support.
• Opportunity to develop your skills and progress towards a Site Manager position.
• Term-time hours: Typically 12pm-8pm, with flexibility to discuss alternative shifts such as 10am-6pm or 11am-7pm.

The Person:

• Practical, hands‑on individual who enjoys maintenance, DIY or working with tools.
• Basic experience in general maintenance, painting, decorating, carpentry, construction or similar.
• Alternatively, someone with a relevant college qualification looking to start their career.
• Positive attitude, reliable, hardworking and willing to learn.
• Able to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Interested in developing new skills and progressing within maintenance or facilities management.
• No previous school maintenance experience required.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.