School Maintenance Operative
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Tasks: Keep our schools safe and welcoming with hands-on maintenance and repairs.
Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in education.
Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, enhanced pension, and wellness support.
Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives every day while developing your skills.
Qualifications: Experience in maintenance and a proactive, organised approach.
Other info: Flexible work across two vibrant school sites with great career growth.
School Maintenance Operative
We are looking for a reliable, skilled, and proactive School Maintenance Operative to support the safe and effective operation of two specialist education sites. This is a practical, hands-on role where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on pupils, staff, and visitors every day.
The Role
Working closely with school leadership and the estates team, you will help maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-presented environment across both sites. The role includes both planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out and accurately record routine health and safety checks, including fire alarms, emergency lighting, playground equipment, and legionella prevention
- Complete a wide range of general maintenance tasks, including basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and minor repairs
- Plan and deliver a rolling programme of decoration, primarily during school holidays
- Supervise external contractors on site, ensuring work is completed safely and to a high standard
- Maintain school grounds, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general upkeep as required
- Keep pathways, entrances, and outdoor areas clear of leaves, moss, snow, and ice to ensure safe access
- Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by senior leadership or the estates team
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a multi-skilled maintenance or site operative role
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
- Practical, organised, and solutions-focused approach
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements
- Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work across more than one site
What We Offer
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Staff referral bonus scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Access to a Blue Light discount card
- Fully funded training and professional qualifications
- Enhanced pay scales based on experience and skills
- Employee benefits package including wellbeing support and retail discounts
- Life assurance