The Role
As a Caretaker/Handyperson, you will play a vital role in supporting the Estates team to maintain a safe, secure, and well-presented campus environment. Working proactively within a reactive team, you will carry out a wide range of practical maintenance and caretaking duties, responding to the day-to-day needs of staff, students, contractors, and visitors across a large and busy campus.
Responsibilities
Supporting the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the campus
Carrying out basic maintenance, repairs, and refurbishment tasks
Responding promptly to reactive maintenance requests from departments across the site
Working collaboratively with the Estates and Caretaking team to ensure the campus remains safe and operational
Assisting with site set-ups, parking arrangements, and operational support during large events
Maintaining good professional relationships with staff, contractors, and visitors
Responding effectively to emergency situations and unexpected site issues
Helping to ensure the campus remains clean, secure, and well-maintained at all times
Working proactively whilst managing a varied and physically demanding workloadRequirements
Previous experience working within an education environment (essential)
Experience providing practical site services to a range of customers
Experience working as part of a team to support projects and operational requirements
Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergency or difficult situations
Good practical maintenance and repair skills
Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues, customers, and contractors
Reliable, proactive, and able to work using your own initiative
No formal qualifications are required
Current Enhanced DBS Certificate (essential)
Able to start as soon as vetting is completeWhy work with Smile Education?
Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists with a proven record of supporting both experienced support staff and education professionals. We provide ongoing support, CPD opportunities, and access to a wide network of schools and colleges across the local area.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks, including Enhanced DBS, Right to Work, reference checks, and any other vetting requirements relevant to the role.
SMILES
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications
Salary description
£16.00 - £18.00 per hour