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About The Role
The Maintenance Manager will join a school in Atherstone, taking charge of daily upkeep, safety, and site security. This permanent, full-time post offers a salary between £23,907 and £35,360, dependent on qualifications and experience. Working hours are flexible and open for discussion. You will oversee minor repairs and general maintenance across the premises, liaising closely with the Headteacher, staff, and external contractors to guarantee a secure, operational environment. Handling inspections, coordinating planned works, and addressing reactive issues will form the core of your duties. This role suits a hands-on professional seeking responsibility for a single site. Pertemps Coventry Commercial manages this recruitment.
Maintenance Manager – School
- Location: Atherstone
- Salary: £23,907 – £35,360 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience
- Hours: Full-time – hours to be discussed
- Job Type: Permanent
Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Manager to join a school in Atherstone. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional to take responsibility for the day-to-day upkeep, safety and security of the school site.
You will play an important role in ensuring the school remains safe, well-maintained and fully operational, while working closely with the Headteacher, staff, contractors and external stakeholders
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Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day maintenance, security and general upkeep of the school site
- Carry out minor repairs and maintenance across the building and grounds
- Undertake basic carpentry, plumbing, decorating, flooring and general repair work
- Monitor and maintain health & safety standards across the site
- Complete regular site inspections, audits and statutory checks
- Liaise with and oversee contractors, checking the quality and completion of their work
- Manage building security, including opening/closing the site, alarms and emergency callouts
- Carry out weekly fire alarm checks and monitor internal and external lighting
- Ensure external areas, pathways and school equipment are safe and well maintained
- Assist with furniture and equipment moves and daily room setups
- Manage deliveries and ensure items are distributed appropriately
- Assist with cleaning duties, waste management, recycling and general site tidiness
- Carry out minor ground’s maintenance, including litter picking, leaf clearance and gritting
- Support the school with lettings, including preparing areas and completing post-letting checks
- Assist with emergency procedures and out-of-hours site emergencies
- Carry out project and maintenance works during school holidays
- Safely drive and maintain the school's minibus when required
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The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities or site-based role
- Good practical knowledge across general building maintenance
- Experience with basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and general repairs
- Strong understanding of health & safety requirements
- Good organisational and communication skills
- Able to work independently and prioritise workload effectively
- Flexible, reliable and willing to support the wider school team
- Comfortable liaising with contractors, staff and external visitors
- A positive and professional approach to working in a school environment
Training will be provided where required, including areas such as Child Protection, SEND, First Aid, Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Risk Assessment and COSHH.
Why Apply?
This is a varied role offering the opportunity to take ownership of the maintenance and day-to-day operation of a school site, ensuring a safe, secure and welcoming environment for staff and students.
Apply today through Pertemps!
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