Site Maintenance Operative / Caretaker
Location: Hampshire
Salary: £28,712 - £29,918 per annum (including shift allowance)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Start Date: ASAP
Hays Education is working with a well-established Multi-Academy Trust in Hampshire to recruit a proactive and reliable Site Maintenance Operative to join their Estates team. This is a varied and rewarding role supporting multiple educational settings across the trust. No two days are the same. One day you could be carrying out maintenance repairs, decorating classrooms, maintaining outdoor spaces, or assisting with site security and lettings. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring school environments remain safe, secure, and welcoming for staff, students, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out general maintenance and repair work across multiple school sites.
- Complete painting and decorating tasks.
- Undertake basic carpentry, fencing, ground maintenance, and minor repairs.
- Operate ground maintenance equipment and power tools safely.
- Assist with site security, waste management, and care taking duties.
- Support health and safety inspections and compliance activities.
- Report maintenance and safety issues promptly.
- Provide support to community lettings and facility users during evening and weekend shifts.
- Work collaboratively within a close-knit estates team to maintain high standards across all sites.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience in maintenance, care taking, facilities, estates, construction, or a similar hands‑on role.
- Ability to carry out a range of basic repairs and maintenance tasks independently.
- Strong understanding of health and safety practices.
- Practical, proactive approach with excellent problem‑solving skills.Ability to work as part of a team and manage workload effectively.
- Willingness to work a rotating shift pattern, including occasional weekends.
Shift Pattern
- Early shifts: 7:00am - 3:30pm.
- Day shifts: 8:00am - 4:30pm.
- Late shifts: 2:30pm - 10:30pm.
- One weekend per month.
- A 14% shift allowance is included within the advertised salary.
Benefits of Working with Hays
- Dedicated consultant with specialist education recruitment expertise.
- Access to a wide range of permanent opportunities across schools and trusts.
- CV and interview support to help you secure your next role.
- Free safeguarding and professional development training.
- Straightforward registration process with ongoing recruitment support.
- Long-term career guidance and access to future opportunities.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team where your work will have a direct impact on creating a safe and positive learning environment for people.
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