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Caretaker​/facilities operative

Job in Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listing for: The Recruitment Group
Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Facility Maintenance, Cleaning Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Caretaker / facilities operative

Overview

Location: Middleton
Contract: Temporary
Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday (shift rota)

We are currently recruiting a Facilities Operative (Caretaker) on a temporary contract to support a busy college environment in Middleton. This is a practical, hands-on role supporting the safe and effective operation of the site.

Responsibilities
  • Carrying out minor repairs and basic maintenance
  • Porterage duties across the college
  • External cleaning of the college grounds
  • Snow and ice clearance, including gritting external areas when required
  • Removal of refuse both internally and externally
  • Manual handling duties to support college events such as open days and examinations, including setting up furniture and equipment
  • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level of responsibility as required



Please note:

this role does not include key-holding responsibilities.

About You
  • Previous experience in a caretaking or facilities role (education environment desirable but not essential)
  • Practical experience in the duties listed above
  • Educated to a good standard of English and Maths
  • Computer literate, confident using a PC, Outlook, and helpdesk-style software (training provided)
  • Reliable, flexible, and able to work as part of a team
Hours & Shift Pattern

36 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern:

Week 1
  • 06:15
Week 2
  • 12:00 (3 days per week)
  • 13:00 (2 days per week to support evening classes)
What We Offer
  • Full training provided
  • Consistent weekday hours
  • Opportunity to work within an educational environment in Middleton
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