A leading provider in the Facilities Management sector is hiring a proactive Caretaker for a rewarding temporary position based in Solihull, Marston Green.

Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.

This role is a vital piece of the daily school framework, ensuring a safe, clean, and highly secure environment for both students and staff alike. Acting as the core link between the school sites and support services, you will take true ownership of general site management, day-to-day facilities care, and vital security protocols.

The Role

As the Caretaker, You’ll

• Lead General Site Management: Oversee the day-to-day upkeep of school grounds, handling planned and reactive building maintenance, litter picking, porterage, and welcoming reception duties.
• Manage Repairs & Logistics: Log all ongoing cleaning and maintenance tasks, proactively identifying and completing minor repairs independently while escalating complex tasks to specialists when required.
• Guarantee Site Security: Take full responsibility for unlocking and locking school buildings, maintaining constant site security through vigilant patrols, and ensuring all gates, windows, and doors are securely locked.
• Maintain Facilities & Cleanliness: Operate specialized equipment to clean school hall floors daily during term time, keep external areas free from leaves or debris, empty bins for waste collection, and manage reactive cleaning or stock replenishment (hand soap, tissues, towels) as needed.
• Execute Adverse Weather Safety: Proactively clear and grit vital pathways during icy or snowy conditions, following strict site safety plans to guarantee safe, slip-free access around the schools.