We have an exciting opportunity for an energetic and motivated Site Maintenance Operative (formerly Caretaker) to join our central estates team at Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN). You’ll play a key role in ensuring our schools provide a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. This is a hands-on position involving building and grounds maintenance, compliance checks, and security duties across multiple ELAN sites, all within a few miles of each other. Access to transport is essential. Location: working across ELAN schools in and around Weston-super-Mare. Your own transport is essential (milage can be claimed through expenses.) Hours: 25 hours per week (plus 25 INSET hours annually), Monday to Friday. Salary: E3 £17,285.81 or E4 £17,839.19 per annum (dependent on qualifications). Interview date: 21 January 2026 Key responsibilities • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks to high standards. • Perform compliance inspections and maintain accurate service records. • Complete minor repairs (carpentry, painting, decorating, plumbing). • Ensure health and safety compliance, including asbestos, fire, and legionella awareness. • Support cleaning contractors and maintain hygiene standards. • Manage site security, including opening/closing buildings and responding to callouts. • Assist with porterage duties, furniture moves, and small project work. • Maintain outdoor areas, playgrounds, and equipment. Why Join ELAN? • Permanent role with opportunities for additional hours. • Excellent benefits including generous Local Government Pension Scheme. • Supportive team environment and ongoing training. • Five days paid carer days (pro-rata). Skills and qualifications • Good literacy and numeracy skills. • Practical experience in property/building maintenance. • Knowledge of health and safety regulations. • Ability to use a range of tools and equipment safely. • Strong communication and organisational skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Trade qualifications (City & Guilds or equivalent), desirable but not essential. • Experience in school premises maintenance, desirable but not essential. Personal qualities • Flexible, friendly, and proactive approach. • High level of integrity and professionalism. • Ability to work at height and respond to unexpected situations. • Excellent self-management and problem-solving skills. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.