Caretaker in Manchester

The East Manchester Academy is a vibrant and innovative educational community in the heart of Beswick. We are part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust, creating lives of opportunity.

This is an exciting opportunity to join The East Manchester Academy, a vibrant and ambitious school at the heart of a diverse community. Following our positive Ofsted inspection in March 2025—where we achieved ‘Good’ overall and ‘Outstanding’ for Personal Development and Leadership and Management—we are continuing to build on our rapid improvement journey. We are a growing academy looking to add further capacity to our team as we enter the next stage of our development; to become an exceptional school that ensures the children of East Manchester flourish both academically and socially.

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to help maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors. Working under the guidance of the Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, security and upkeep of the school site, ensuring that buildings and grounds are well maintained and fit for purpose. From carrying out repairs and planned maintenance to supporting health and safety compliance, site security and grounds maintenance, you will play a vital role in the smooth operation of the school.

This is a varied and hands-on role that requires initiative and flexibility. You will undertake portering duties, assist with site projects, liaise with contractors, monitor maintenance equipment and stock levels, and contribute to the wider life of the school. As a key holder, you will help ensure the security of the premises and respond promptly to maintenance issues, supporting a positive learning environment where students and staff can thrive.

You will have experience in caretaking, facilities management or a similar environment, with a practical understanding of building maintenance and health and safety requirements. Organised and self-motivated, you will be capable of identifying issues, prioritising tasks and carrying out repairs efficiently. Knowledge of maintenance trades such as joinery, carpentry, plumbing or general repairs would be advantageous, alongside the ability to keep accurate records and use equipment safely.

We are looking for a dependable team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing a high-quality service. You will be adaptable, professional and willing to take ownership of your responsibilities, while demonstrating a strong commitment to safeguarding, continuous improvement and personal development. Above all, you will take pride in creating and maintaining an environment where the whole school community can feel safe, supported and valued.

The successful candidate will join an academy that is relentless in its drive to ensure our students and staff alike achieve their very best and are proud of themselves. We value our colleagues and also offer the following:

• A minimum 20% PPA allowance for all staff
• Joint PPA time for departments to plan collaboratively
• Cycle2work scheme
• Gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• A comprehensive CPD programme to support pedagogical and leadership development
• A low stakes approach to QA to ensure teachers keep getting better
• Strategic partnerships with external organisations to support staff development
• A genuine commitment to wellbeing and effective workload management

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference and identity verification, and compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).