5 grounds maintenance operatives jobs found

Part-Time School Caretaker - Dartford Location: Dartford Hours: Monday to Friday, Afternoons (20 hours per week) Pay: £15+ per hour Academics are currently recruiting for a School Caretaker to join a welcoming primary school in Dartford. This Caretaker position is a part-time afternoon role, ideal for an experienced Caretaker or someone with previous site, facilities, or maintenance experience looking to work within a school environment. Key Responsibilities of the Caretaker Role: Opening, securing, and maintaining the school site Carrying out general caretaker duties, including basic maintenance and minor repairs Completing routine health & safety and site inspections Setting up rooms and school spaces for after-school clubs and activities Ensuring the school grounds remain clean, safe, and well maintained Supporting school staff with ad-hoc site-related tasks Liaising with contractors and visitors when required The Ideal Caretaker Will Have: Previous experience as a...

Position: Estates Team Leader Location: Southampton Start Date: September 2026  Contract Type: Temporary contract that could go permanent for right person  Salary: £26,(Apply online only) – £30,(Apply online only) per annum Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year About the Role We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Estates Team Leader to oversee the day-to-day operational delivery of estate services across the site. This role is pivotal in ensuring a safe, compliant, and high-quality environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will combine practical, on-the-ground leadership with effective management of systems, processes, and people. Leading the Estates Team and coordinating contractors, you will ensure all maintenance, compliance, and operational tasks are delivered efficiently and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the Estates Team and Minibus drivers to ensure consistent high standards of work and behaviour Provide...

We are currently seeking a reliable and competent School Estates Operative to join a well-established school site in the Sale (Trafford) area. This is a hands-on role requiring a proactive individual who can take help to take responsibility for the upkeep, safety, and security of the school premises. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school environment is safe, clean, and well-maintained at all times. Please send your CV ASAP or call Holly at Aspire People for more information. This role is required ASAP until at least the end of August. Key Responsibilities: -Opening and closing the school site daily, including securing all buildings -Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks -Monitoring and maintaining health & safety standards across the site -Conducting regular site checks and risk assessments -Ensuring cleanliness of external areas, including litter picking and basic grounds maintenance -Setting up rooms and facilities for...

Full-Time School Caretaker - Gravesend Location: Gravesend Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time Pay: £15+ per hour Academics are currently recruiting for a full-time School Caretaker to join a friendly and supportive school in Gravesend. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Caretaker, Site Assistant, or Facilities Operative looking for a long-term role within a school environment. Key Responsibilities: Opening, securing, and maintaining the school site Carrying out general caretaker duties, including basic maintenance and minor repairs Completing routine health & safety and site inspections Supporting with room setups for school events and activities Ensuring the school grounds remain clean, safe, and well maintained Assisting staff with ad-hoc site-related tasks Liaising with contractors and visitors where required The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience as a Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities Operative, or similar role (preferred) A...

Full-Time School Caretaker - Sittingbourne Location: Sittingbourne Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time Pay: £15+ per hour Academics are currently recruiting for a full-time School Caretaker to join a welcoming and supportive school in Sittingbourne. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Caretaker, Site Assistant, or Facilities Operative seeking a long-term position within a school environment. Key Responsibilities: Opening, locking, and securing the school site Carrying out general caretaker duties, including basic maintenance and minor repairs Completing routine health & safety checks and site inspections Preparing rooms and facilities for school events and activities Ensuring the school grounds are clean, safe, and well maintained at all times Supporting staff with day-to-day site and facilities tasks Liaising with contractors and visitors where required The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience as a Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities...