Site Maintenance Officer

This is an exciting and varied opportunity to join our dedicated school team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the school buildings and grounds, carrying out minor repairs and liaising with external contractors to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, maintenance, health and safety are maintained at all times. The role requires the ability to work effectively in a busy school environment, managing competing priorities with efficiency, accuracy and initiative. Applicants should be well organised, possess excellent communication skills and be able to multitask effectively. Previous experience in a similar maintenance or caretaking role is essential, while experience within a school environment would be advantageous. Full training will be provided for the successful candidate. The position is 30 hours per week (split shift), Monday to Friday , and the post holder will be required to undertake work during school holidays. What We Offer As a valued member of our team, we can offer: - A permanent contract following the successful completion of a six-month probationary period. - Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Please read the Job Description and Person Specification carefully before applying. If you believe you have the skills and experience we are looking for and would like further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact the school office on 01606 663650 or email kierglover@cheshireacademiestrust.co.uk. How to Apply Applications must be submitted via MyNewTerm . Please note that CVs will not be accepted and applications submitted solely with a CV will not be considered. Safeguarding Statement CAT Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers and third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment procedures and pre-employment checks will be carried out before any appointment is confirmed. These checks include obtaining references prior to interview. Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide evidence of qualifications at interview, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before their appointment is confirmed. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates within our local community. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide feedback following the shortlisting process. If you have not been contacted by 28.08.26 please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Therefore, applications may close at 9:00am on either the advertised closing date or an earlier date if a decision is taken to close the advertisement before the published deadline.