School Caretaker / Site Manager

Location: Darwen
Contract Type: Part-time, Temporary (Ongoing)
Hours: 20 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm – 6:00pm

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, proactive and practical School Caretaker / Site Manager to support the day-to-day running and maintenance of a busy school in Darwen.

This is an important role, helping to ensure the school provides a safe, secure, clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will be hands-on, well organised and confident working independently, while also working effectively as part of the wider school team. They will take pride in maintaining high standards across the school site and ensuring that the premises remain safe, secure and fully operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance, upkeep and security of the school premises, including opening and locking up as required.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, health and safety checks, compliance requirements and planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Carry out minor repairs, general maintenance and routine site inspections.
• Undertake basic DIY tasks, with experience in painting and decorating being an advantage.
• Ensure the school environment remains clean, safe, tidy and fit for purpose.
• Liaise with external contractors and monitor work undertaken on site.
• Assist with setting up rooms and arranging facilities for school events and activities.
• Support the school's health and safety and compliance procedures, including asbestos awareness and site safety monitoring.
• Identify, report and respond promptly to maintenance, security and health and safety concerns.
• Take a proactive approach to resolving issues that may affect the safety, security or smooth operation of the school.
• Help maintain consistently high standards across the entire school site.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a school caretaker, site manager, facilities assistant or similar maintenance-based role.
• Good practical maintenance skills and confidence undertaking general DIY tasks.
• A sound understanding of health and safety requirements, including fire safety, Legionella awareness and asbestos awareness.
• The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and use their own initiative.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A flexible, reliable and proactive approach to work.
• A current Enhanced DBS certificate
• Available to start ASAP

The establishment is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For this role you need to be a UK resident and eligible to work in the UK