The posting
- Hours of work: 37 hours per week
- Working pattern: 5 days per week, 6am to 2pm (a flexible approach would be required)
- Full Year post
About the Role
Working under the direction of the Site Manager, you will be involved in a wide range of duties including:
- Opening and securing the school site.
- Carrying out routine maintenance and basic repairs.
- Supporting health and safety compliance across the school.
- Assisting with site security and safeguarding procedures.
- Preparing rooms and facilities for events, examinations and school activities.
- Monitoring contractors and supporting planned maintenance works.
- Maintaining the cleanliness, appearance and safety of the school grounds.
- Undertaking manual handling and caretaking duties as required.
- Responding to day-to-day site issues in a timely manner.
No two days are the same, and this role offers a varied and rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the school community.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has practical maintenance, caretaking or premises experience.
- Is proactive, organised and able to work independently.
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards.
- Has a flexible approach and enjoys problem-solving.
- Possesses good communication and teamwork skills.
- Understands the importance of health and safety.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Experience within a school environment would be advantageous but is not essential, as training will be provided.
Why Join Us?
At William Howard School, you will be part of a supportive and welcoming team committed to providing the very best environment for learning. We offer:
- A friendly and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for training and development.
- Access to employee wellbeing support.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- A varied and rewarding role supporting young people and education.
Apply Now
If you are practical, dependable and take pride in maintaining high-quality facilities, we would love to hear from you.
We can offer:
- A people first approach, ensuring that you feel part of our community
- Enhanced opportunities for collaborative working as part of a dynamic and highly successful Multi Academy Trust
- Excellent career and CPD opportunities
- A commitment to constantly review and improve our family friendly policies and look for new and innovative way to aid and support our staff in achieving a healthy work/life balance
- Employee benefits package
If you have the qualities we require, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of the School and the MAT, we urge you to hit the "Apply" button.
Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.



