Job Ref No. ECC2130-114S Position Type: Caretaker/Site Managers Pay Range: Pay Scale 4 Point 8
Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 08/07/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Tuesday 14th July 2026
30 hours per week (hours split equally across two school sites)
52 weeks per year (including 23 days’ holiday + bank holidays)
The Brickfields Trust is seeking an ambitious, proactive and highly organised Caretaker to oversee the day‑to‑day management, safety and presentation of Barling Magna Primary Academy and Great Wakering Primary Academy. Working across two closely located sites, you will play a key role in ensuring our schools remain safe, welcoming and well‑maintained environments for pupils, staff and visitors.
About the Role
You will be responsible for the general repairs, maintenance and upkeep of both school sites, ensuring high standards at all times. This is a hands‑on role requiring someone with an eye for detail, the ability to prioritise effectively, and the confidence to support the school’s leadership team in managing health & safety compliance and contractors.
Key Responsibilities
- General repairs & maintenance across both school sites
- Health & Safety compliance including statutory checks, record‑keeping and safe working practices
- Coordinating external contractors
- Ensuring both schools are clean, secure and well‑presented
- Monitoring and maintaining site security, access and safeguarding standards
- Prioritising workload across two sites and responding to issues promptly
- Supporting the Trust with planned maintenance and improvement projects
About You
- Competent in general repairs and practical problem‑solving
- Experienced in H&S compliance and confident with statutory responsibilities
- Highly organised with strong prioritisation skills
- Professional, reliable and committed to maintaining high standards
- Positive, proactive and able to work independently across two sites
Why Join the Brickfields Trust?
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative Trust team
- Opportunities for professional development
Visits to the sites are strongly recommended. To enquire or to book visits to each site please contact Great Wakering Primary’s Business Manager Claire Taylor ctaylor@greatwakering.essex.sch.uk or Tel: 01702 219435 and the Office Manager at Barling Magna Primary Hannah Bach officemanager@barlingmagna.essex.sch.uk or Tel: 01702 218961.
The Brickfields Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, social media check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
Information about the School
The Brickfields Trust currently consists of 4 Primary Academies – Great Wakering Primary, Barling Magna Primary, Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery and Kings Road Primary.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
To enquire about this role please contact:
Jennifer BurdettGreat Wakering Primary AcademyHigh Street, Great WakeringEssex, SS3 0EJ
Telephone: 01702 219435Email: admin@greatwakering.essex.sch.uk
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