Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) is seeking a reliable and motivated site maintenance operative (school caretaker) to join our central estates team, supporting multiple school sites across Weston‑super‑Mare and surrounding areas.
This is a hands‑on facilities and maintenance role where you will help ensure our school environments are safe, secure, clean and fully compliant for pupils, staff and visitors. You will carry out general building maintenance, compliance checks, security duties and grounds maintenance across ELAN schools, all located within a few miles of each other.
Access to your own transport is essential (business mileage is claimable).
Location: Weston‑super‑Mare (multi‑site, local travel required)
Contract: Permanent, full-time – 37 hours per week (all year around)
Salary: E3: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 per annum E4: £26,402.00 - £28,141.00 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Interview Date: 21 January 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to agreed standards
- Complete minor repairs and maintenance, including:
- Painting and decorating
- Basic plumbing, carpentry
- Conduct health & safety and compliance checks, including: fire safety, legionella, asbestos awareness
- Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records
- Support cleaning contractors and monitor hygiene and cleanliness standards
- Manage site security, including unlocking/locking buildings and call‑out response
- Assist with porterage, furniture moves and small project work
- Maintain playgrounds, outdoor areas and equipment
Why Work for ELAN?
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Five paid carer days (pro‑rata)
- Work across local schools within a short travel radius
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Practical experience in building or property maintenance
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations
- Ability to safely use hand and power tools
- Strong organisation, communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and proactively
Desirable:
- Trade qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds or equivalent)
- Previous experience in school premises or facilities maintenance
Personal Qualities
- Flexible, friendly and approachable
- High standards of professionalism and integrity
- Ability to work at height and respond to urgent situations
- Strong problem‑solving and self‑management skills
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is subject to the relevant safeguarding checks.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. As we are unable to sponsor anyone requiring a visa for this role candidates must therefore be able to provide their own right to work in the UK.
Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so. Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website.