Caretaker

Role Overview

Equans invites applications for the position of Caretaker to join our team at Wheelers Lane Primary School in Birmingham (B13 0SF). This permanent full-time role involves working 37.5 hours weekly with a rotating 8-hour shift between 6am and 6pm. The annual salary offered is £26,728.21 along with an extensive benefits package.

Primary Duties

The caretaker will be responsible for maintaining the school's premises in line with the Project Agreement, ensuring all services meet consistently high standards. A close working relationship with both the school and community groups is essential.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive annual salary
• Paid annual leave plus public holidays
• Life insurance coverage at 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discounts on various major brands and retailers
• Discounted gym memberships
• Cycle to work scheme participation
• Option to purchase additional holiday days
• Two corporate social responsibility days each year
• Wide-ranging learning opportunities including certifications and training programs
• Attractive employee referral rewards
• Access to multiple employee support networks such as Women in Equans, RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, Young Persons Network, and Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing app access

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in facilities management encompassing litter control and basic building systems maintenance (required)
• Competency in creating risk assessments and method statements (required)
• Experience managing premises or caretaking in educational settings is advantageous

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of health and safety standards (required)
• Proficient organisational and prioritisation skills to meet deadlines (required)
• Experience as a key holder with responsibility for site access (required)

Education and Credentials

• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in Mathematics and English recommended
• Trade or vocational qualifications relevant to the role are desirable

Personal Attributes

• Physically fit to perform caretaking duties (required)
• Self-driven and capable of working with minimal supervision (required)
• Team-oriented with a willingness to share knowledge (required)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills (required)
• Flexible availability including occasional out-of-hours work (required)
• Residence within 20 minutes of the site is required

Company Background

Equans is a global leader in sustainable facilities management, energy, and digital services with ambitions for operational excellence and employee satisfaction. We uphold core values of accountability, respect, teamwork, and service.

Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010 and promote a workplace culture that values every voice.

Additional Information

• Proof of right to work in the UK is mandatory
• No relocation package is offered for this role
• Disclosure checks may apply for some candidates
• Recruitment managed directly through Equans Resourcing Team; no agency involvement