School Caretaker​/Site Manager

Location: Accrington
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary (Potential to Become Permanent)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Start Date: Monday 19th October 2026

Monday to Friday

6:30am–1:30pm OR 11:00am–6:00pm

We are looking for a dependable, proactive and practical School Caretaker / Site Manager to support the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy school in Accrington.

This is a key role within the school, helping to maintain a safe, secure, clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will be practical, organised and able to work independently, while also contributing positively as part of the wider school team. You will take pride in maintaining high standards across the site and ensuring that the school premises remain safe, secure and fully operational.

• Manage the daily upkeep, maintenance and security of the school site, including opening and locking up the school.
• Maintain accurate records relating to maintenance, compliance, health and safety, and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) checks.
• Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance duties.
• Undertake basic DIY tasks; experience in painting and decorating would be advantageous.
• Ensure the school premises remain clean, safe and fully operational.
• Liaise with contractors and oversee works carried out on site.
• Assist with setting up rooms and supporting site logistics for school events and activities.
• Support the school's compliance procedures, including asbestos awareness and site safety monitoring.
• Identify and report any maintenance, health and safety, or security issues promptly.
• Help ensure the school site is maintained to a high standard at all times.
• Respond proactively to any issues that may affect the safety, security or smooth operation of the school.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a School Caretaker, Site Manager, Facilities Assistant, or in a similar facilities or maintenance role.
• Strong practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• A good understanding of health and safety requirements, including fire safety, Legionella awareness and asbestos awareness.
• The ability to work independently and use your own initiative.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A flexible and proactive approach to the role.
• A current Enhanced DBS.
• Availability to start on Monday 19th October 2026.

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