Site Maintenance Operative/Caretaker
| Posting date: | 06 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25,583.00 - £28,141.00 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 January 2026 |
| Location: | Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS24 8BH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1527924 |
Summary
Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) is seeking a reliable and motivated site maintenance operative (school caretaker) to join our central estates team, supporting multiple school sites across Weston‑super‑Mare and surrounding areas.This is a hands‑on facilities and maintenance role where you will help ensure our school environments are safe, secure, clean and fully compliant for pupils, staff and visitors. You will carry out general building maintenance, compliance checks, security duties and grounds maintenance across ELAN schools, all located within a few miles of each other.Access to your own transport is essential (business mileage is claimable).Location: Weston‑super‑Mare (multi‑site, local travel required)
Contract: Permanent, full-time – 37 hours per week (all year around)Salary: E3: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 per annum E4: £26,402.00 - £28,141.00 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)Interview Date: 21 January 2026Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out planned and reactive maintenance to agreed standardsComplete minor repairs and maintenance, including:Painting and decoratingBasic plumbing, carpentryConduct health & safety and compliance checks, including: fire safety, legionella, asbestos awarenessMaintain accurate maintenance and compliance recordsSupport cleaning contractors and monitor hygiene and cleanliness standardsManage site security, including unlocking/locking buildings and call‑out responseAssist with porterage, furniture moves and small project workMaintain playgrounds, outdoor areas and equipmentWhy Work for ELAN?Access to the Local Government Pension SchemeSupportive and collaborative team environmentOngoing training and development opportunitiesFive paid carer days (pro‑rata)Work across local schools within a short travel radiusSkills, Experience & QualificationsGood literacy and numeracy skillsPractical experience in building or property maintenanceKnowledge of health and safety regulationsAbility to safely use hand and power toolsStrong organisation, communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work independently and proactivelyDesirable:Trade qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds or equivalent)Previous experience in school premises or facilities maintenancePersonal QualitiesFlexible, friendly and approachableHigh standards of professionalism and integrityAbility to work at height and respond to urgent situationsStrong problem‑solving and self‑management skillsThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is subject to the relevant safeguarding checks.
Contract: Permanent, full-time – 37 hours per week (all year around)Salary: E3: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 per annum E4: £26,402.00 - £28,141.00 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)Interview Date: 21 January 2026Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out planned and reactive maintenance to agreed standardsComplete minor repairs and maintenance, including:Painting and decoratingBasic plumbing, carpentryConduct health & safety and compliance checks, including: fire safety, legionella, asbestos awarenessMaintain accurate maintenance and compliance recordsSupport cleaning contractors and monitor hygiene and cleanliness standardsManage site security, including unlocking/locking buildings and call‑out responseAssist with porterage, furniture moves and small project workMaintain playgrounds, outdoor areas and equipmentWhy Work for ELAN?Access to the Local Government Pension SchemeSupportive and collaborative team environmentOngoing training and development opportunitiesFive paid carer days (pro‑rata)Work across local schools within a short travel radiusSkills, Experience & QualificationsGood literacy and numeracy skillsPractical experience in building or property maintenanceKnowledge of health and safety regulationsAbility to safely use hand and power toolsStrong organisation, communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work independently and proactivelyDesirable:Trade qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds or equivalent)Previous experience in school premises or facilities maintenancePersonal QualitiesFlexible, friendly and approachableHigh standards of professionalism and integrityAbility to work at height and respond to urgent situationsStrong problem‑solving and self‑management skillsThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is subject to the relevant safeguarding checks.