Site Manager / School Caretaker – September 2025 Start Location: Maidstone Daily Rate: £115–£120 per day Supply Desk are currently seeking a reliable, proactive, and experienced Site Manager to join the team at one of our large and well-regarded secondary schools in Maidstone. This is a full-time, long-term position starting in September 2025, with flexible working hours between 6:00am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday. The school staff are proud of their supportive and welcoming environment and are looking for a dedicated individual who takes pride in maintaining high standards of site safety, cleanliness, and functionality. About the Role: As the Site Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the school’s premises are maintained to a high standard, safe for students and staff, and fully operational at all times. Key responsibilities include: Opening and closing the school each day Performing daily site checks and routine maintenance Basic plumbing, electrics, decorating, and minor repairs Managing contractors on-site and overseeing works Maintaining health & safety standards, including fire safety and legionella testing Ensuring COSHH compliance and accurate record keeping Portering duties and effective waste management Preparing the site during adverse weather (snow, ice, etc.) The Ideal Candidate Will: Have previous experience in caretaking, site management, or facilities maintenance (preferably in an educational setting) Be confident handling tools and performing a range of maintenance tasks Have a strong understanding of Health & Safety standards Be flexible, trustworthy, and able to work independently Be based locally in or near Maidstone Safeguarding Requirements: All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check, be registered with the update service, and meet Safer Recruitment standards. Supply Desk is REC Gold Standard regulated, placing us among the top 10% of education recruitment agencies in the UK. Apply Now: If you're available from September 2025, live in or near Maidstone, and have experience maintaining school premises, we’d love to hear from you. Call our team on Visit to view current vacancies across Kent.