Play a vital role in overseeing the maintenance and security of your school, its buildings and grounds so it can provide a safe, welcoming and nurturing learning environment for pupils.
What do school site & facility staff do?
School site and facilities staff, such as site managers, premises managers and caretakers, play a vital role in the maintenance and security of school buildings. They’re often responsible for the management of frontline caretaking, cleaning and security. While the role can vary widely depending on the size of the school, some of the duties you can expect to carry out include:
Setting priorities for maintenance and repairs
Carrying out basic repairs
Managing access to the premises and maintaining security
Cleaning or supervising cleaning
Planning site use and development
Championing health and safety around the school, and supervising external contractors
Managing site staff
Play a vital role in overseeing the maintenance and security of your school, so it can provide a safe, welcoming and nurturing learning environment.
School site & facility staff need…
Good DIY and handiwork skills
A reasonable level of fitness, to cope with the lifting and carrying involved
Good interpersonal, communication and people management skills
Patience and a sense of humour
Flexibility
A desire to help children develop and grow
