Site Manager

Novaeducationtrust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust in Nottingham is seeking a full-time caretaker for Birklands Primary School. The role involves ensuring the maintenance and security of the school premises, meeting health and safety standards, and supporting school operations including events. Ideal candidates will have experience in site maintenance, possess relevant skills in managing security, and a commitment to safeguarding children. The salary ranges from £26,403 to £28,142 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in site maintenance and security.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Open and secure school premises daily.
• Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance.
• Ensure health & safety standards are met across the site.
• Manage site security and liaise with contractors.
• Support with deliveries and set up for school events.
• Monitor cleaning standards and assist when needed.

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Salary: Scale 4 £26,403 - £28,142 per year

Location: Birklands Primary School

Contract Details: Permanent, all year round, full time

The role of the caretaker is vital to the smooth running of our school. You will be the backbone of our site operations - ensuring our buildings and grounds are safe, clean, and well-maintained, and helping us create a positive learning environment for our pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school premises daily
• Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance
• Ensuring health & safety standards are met across the site
• Managing site security and liaising with contractors
• Supporting with deliveries and setting up for school events
• Monitoring cleaning standards and assisting when needed

The closing date for this role is Monday 12th January 2026 at 12 noon.

The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with DfE requirements.