About this role
Site Assistant/Caretaker
Location: Bristol
Rate: £15.06 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Temporary (Minimum 1 Month, Potential Temp-to-Perm Opportunity)
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a reliable and proactive Site Assistant to support a busy educational setting based in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or site management experience who enjoys a varied, hands-on role and takes pride in maintaining a safe and well-presented environment.
Initially offered on a temporary basis for at least one month, there is potential for the position to become longer-term or even permanent for the right individual.
Working Hours
- Monday: 7:00am - 3:00pm
- Tuesday - Thursday: 7:00am - 2:30pm
- Friday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Key Responsibilities
- Opening and securing school premises at the beginning and end of the day
- Carrying out general caretaking and maintenance duties
- Undertaking minor repairs and basic DIY tasks
- Ensuring the site is safe, clean, secure, and well-maintained
- Liaising with and overseeing contractors working on site
- Conducting routine site checks and reporting any issues
- Assisting with health and safety compliance across the premises
- Supporting with room setups, site logistics, and general operational requirements
- Responding promptly to maintenance requests and site-related issues
About You
We're looking for someone who
- Has previous experience in caretaking, facilities, maintenance, or a similar site-based role
- Is practical, hands-on, and able to use their initiative
- Has a strong awareness of health and safety procedures
- Is dependable, organised, and takes pride in their work
- Can work independently and manage competing priorities
- Has excellent communication skills when dealing with staff, contractors, and visitors
- Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to transport
Essential Requirements
- Enhanced DBS Certificate (an existing DBS will be considered while a new one is processed)
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Available to start immediately
What's on Offer?
- £15.06 per hour
- Immediate start
- 37-hour working week
- Opportunity to work within a rewarding educational environment
- Potential temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate
If you're an experienced Site Assistant, Caretaker, Facilities Assistant, Maintenance Operative or similar professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.