Premises & Facilities Operative – Chesterfield

Flexible School-Based Opportunities | Competitive Pay | Short & Long-Term Assignments

Be the Person Who Keeps a School Running!

Behind every successful school is a dedicated team making sure the buildings are safe, the grounds are maintained and everything is ready for the school day.

At PK Education Facilities & Support, we recognise just how important school caretakers and premises staff are, and we’re looking for reliable, practical and hardworking individuals to join our growing team across Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.

We’re recruiting School Caretakers, Premises Assistants and Facilities Operatives to support primary, secondary and SEN schools with their day-to-day maintenance and site operations.

Whether you’ve worked in school caretaking, property maintenance, general facilities or as a handyman, your practical skills could make a real difference in a local school.

What Does the Role Involve?

As a School Caretaker or Premises Operative, you’ll help ensure school buildings and grounds remain safe, secure and well-maintained.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Completing minor repairs, general maintenance and practical handyman tasks.

• Supporting the daily upkeep of school buildings, facilities and outdoor areas.

• Conducting routine site inspections and reporting maintenance concerns.

• Assisting with opening, closing and securing school premises when required.

• Setting up classrooms, halls and communal spaces for school activities and events.

• Moving furniture, equipment and deliveries safely around the site.

• Maintaining pathways, entrances, playgrounds and outdoor areas.

• Identifying and reporting potential health and safety hazards.

• Working alongside site managers, caretakers and wider school support teams.

• Helping maintain a welcoming, safe and organised environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Flexible Working Opportunities

We know that everyone’s availability is different, which is why we offer a variety of assignments across Chesterfield schools.

• Morning, afternoon and full-day opportunities.

• Monday to Friday assignments.

• Flexible bank work and short-term cover.

• Potential ongoing and longer-term placements.

• Opportunities across primary, secondary and specialist schools.

Working hours and responsibilities will vary depending on individual school requirements.

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience in caretaking, building maintenance, facilities, premises support or general handyman work.

• Confidence carrying out basic repairs and practical maintenance tasks.

• Good knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.

• A proactive, dependable and organised approach.

• Excellent attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.

• The ability to work independently and alongside school facilities teams.

• An Enhanced DBS certificate, ideally on the Update Service, or willingness to complete the necessary safeguarding checks.

School experience is desirable but not essential! We welcome candidates with transferable skills from commercial buildings, property maintenance, facilities management and other practical roles.

Why Work With PK Education Facilities & Support?

We believe the people maintaining our schools deserve recognition, respect and opportunities to progress.

When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly payments.

• Flexible assignments that work around your availability.

• Opportunities for regular bookings and longer-term school placements.

• Dedicated consultant support from a friendly, approachable team.

• Access to relevant training and development opportunities.

• Staff recognition because the work you do deserves to be appreciated.

• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across different educational settings.

Ready to Make a Difference in Chesterfield’s Schools?

If you’re a practical problem-solver who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in keeping buildings and grounds in excellent condition, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to join PK Education Facilities & Support and help keep Chesterfield’s schools safe, secure and running smoothly.

Because great schools don’t just need great teachers – they need great people behind the scenes too!