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Lead Caretaker - Essex | Leading Independent Secondary...

  • Location: Essex (England)

  • School Status: Renowned Independent Secondary School (11–18)

  • Start Date: ASAP Start – Permanent, Full-Time

  • Shift Pattern: Full-time (inclusive of occasional weekend event support)

The Opportunity

A prestigious independent school in Essex is recruiting a Lead Caretaker . This role requires a candidate who is not only skilled in maintenance but also possesses strong organisational abilities. You will play a key role in the stewardship of a historic and well-invested school site, ensuring it meets the expectations of a high-profile educational setting.

Core Responsibilities

  • Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM): Developing and executing a schedule of maintenance tasks to prevent equipment failure and building degradation.

  • Contractor Liaison: Obtaining quotes and supervising external specialists (e.g., lift engineers, electricians) to ensure high-quality workmanship.

  • Health & Safety Leadership: Maintaining the school's risk registers and ensuring all premises-related documentation is audit-ready.

Requirements & Compensation

  • Essential: Significant experience in a caretaking or premises management role, preferably within an educational or heritage setting.

  • Salary: Exceptional salary reflecting the school's independent status.

  • Benefits: Onsite parking, staff lunch provided, and a generous CPD budget.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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