Site Caretaker & Technician in Dinas Powys

We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and committed Site Supervisor & Curriculum Technician to join a welcoming secondary school in the Powys area. This is a unique and rewarding role that combines site leadership, facilities management, and technical curriculum support—placing you right at the heart of school life.

The Role

• Lead and support the cleaning and caretaking team
• Maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming school environment
• Manage repairs, maintenance, and overall site presentation
• Support health and safety compliance across the site
• Act as a key holder and respond to occasional out‑of‑hours issues
• Drive the school minibus when required (training provided)
• Provide technical support to curriculum areas, particularly Design & Technology (approx. 20 % of the role), including maintaining equipment and supporting practical lessons

The Ideal Candidate

• Takes pride in their work and maintains high standards
• Is practical, proactive, and solutions‑focused
• Can lead effectively while also working as part of a team
• Is flexible, reliable, and well‑organised
• Has experience in site maintenance, caretaking, or a similar role
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of young people

You Will Also Bring

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and respond to urgent situations
• A willingness to learn and undertake further training
• A full UK driving licence (desirable)

What’s on Offer

• A supportive and inclusive school environment where staff wellbeing is valued
• A varied role with real impact across the whole school
• Opportunities for professional development and further qualifications
• A unique working environment set within extensive grounds and a historic building
• Convenient access from surrounding areas including Cardiff, Brecon, Hereford, and beyond

Benefits

• Flexible working options (full‑time and part‑time)
• Competitive weekly pay at market‑leading rates
• Free CPD and professional development
• A dedicated recruitment consultant for ongoing support
• Referral bonus scheme
• Opportunities to work across multiple secondary schools in South Wales

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07 % statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance is provided. We offer all our registered candidates free child protection and prevent duty training.