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About The Role
Advert end date: 04/05/26
Interview date: W/C 11/05/26
We are seeking a proactive and reliable School Maintenance Operative to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring our school buildings, grounds, and facilities are safe, well-maintained, and compliant, creating a secure and positive environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
1. Carry out day-to-day repairs and maintenance (basic carpentry, plumbing, painting).
2. Conduct routine inspections and respond promptly to maintenance issues.
3. Support health and safety compliance, including fire safety and water hygiene checks.
4. Maintain external areas such as playgrounds, paths, and car parks.
5. Assist with site security, opening/closing procedures, and emergency responses.
6. Log completed works and assist with audits and inspections.
7. Provide support for school activities and liaise courteously with staff, pupils, and visitors.
What We’re Looking For
8. Practical experience in building maintenance, caretaking, or facilities work.
9. Good knowledge of health and safety regulations.
10. Ability to carry out minor repairs safely and competently.
11. Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
12. Flexible, trustworthy, and child-focused approach.
13. Desirable:
14. Experience in a school or education setting.
15. Basic trade qualifications or NVQs.
16. Familiarity with fire safety and water hygiene procedures.
17. Requirements:
18. Full UK driving licence (if multi-site).
19. Willingness to undergo DBS checks.
20. Basic IT skills for logging jobs and emails.
Why Join Us?
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in creating safe and welcoming learning environments. You’ll be part of a supportive team committed to excellence and safeguarding.
Safeguarding Statement
Compass Community School - Meadow View Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.