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Stowupland High School
Address: Church Road, Stowupland, Stowmarket IP14 4BQ
Salary: starting at £26,427 per annum (Grade 3, Scale Points 4-6)
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent.
Reference: 5565.
About the role
The post of Site Caretaker (Site Maintenance Technician) supports the Site Manager in the implementation and delivery of high-quality estates and facilities related aspects of the work of the trust. We are seeking to appoint a motivated and skilled candidate to join our Mid Suffolk Facilities Team.
This is a varied role that will include supporting planned maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with statutory procedures and deputising for other members of the Facilities Team. We are looking for someone who is able to contribute positively and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
What we can offer you
- an ambitious, supportive Trust which is inclusive and strongly rooted in civic leadership
- the opportunity to assist in the day to day running of the schools in a safe and positive way
- a genuine commitment to your personal and professional growth
- enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
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What you will offer us
- proven experience in the maintenance and repair of building and equipment
- an ability to demonstrate a proven track record in your existing field.
This post will be based at Stowupland High School, but the role will be carried out across all sites. A full clean driving licence is a requirement of this role.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work across our unique and inclusive family of schools.
If you feel that you could undertake this key role and contribute to the success of the Trust, we look forward to hearing from you.
About Oxlip Learning Partnership
Oxlip Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children. An enhanced DBS check will be made on the successful applicant.
For more information
For an informal conversation regarding the role, please contact Matt Cook, Operations and Facilities Manager on 01449 742431.
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How to apply
Full details of the post and an application pack are available on the trust website: www.oxlip.uk or email hr@oxlip.uk.
Please submit application to: hr@oxlip.uk
Closing date: 10am, 14 October 2026.
Oxlip Learning Partnership safeguards and promotes the welfare of students and requires all staff and visitors to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.
Child Protection training will also need to be undertaken.
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