RESPONSIBLE TO: Estates Manager
JOB PURPOSE: to work as part of the Estates team as caretaker, undertaking maintenance tasks as required and to be responsible for the security and safety of the school buildings and site assisting with routine maintenance tasks.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Security
• Act as a registered key holder, providing emergency call-out support and securing buildings and facilities as required.
• Maintain site security through regular patrols, operation of access control and alarm systems, and response to incidents, out-of-hours activations and lockdown procedures.
• Undertake routine testing of security and critical infrastructure systems, including the emergency generator, and respond to power outages and related incidents.
Site Maintenance & Caretaking
• Maintain a safe, clean and operational environment, ensuring buildings, grounds, access routes and emergency exits remain free from hazards and obstructions.
• Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, repairs and minor refurbishment works, reporting specialist defects and contractors’ requirements as necessary.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the school through room setups, furniture movements, stock monitoring and general caretaking duties.
Building Services
• Monitor and operate heating, lighting, water, electrical and plant systems, reporting faults and making routine adjustments where appropriate.
• Monitor fuel and utility stocks, receive deliveries and ensure plant rooms and service areas are maintained in a safe and tidy condition.
General
Support boarding houses and other school facilities, liaise with contractors and colleagues, undertake relevant training, and perform other reasonable duties as directed by the Estates Manager
This position is a year-round post living on site. This post will be covered by two individuals working 8.5-hour shifts (including 30min for lunch/dinner) together with overnight and weekend cover with some maintenance duties.
A competitive salary is offered to the successful candidate depending on experience and qualification + overtime in respect of some duties outside normal working hours (e.g. in excess of reasonable on call tasks).
Applications must be submitted on a Milton Abbey School application form with a covering letter. Your application can be supported by a CV but applications by CV alone will not be considered.
Further details may be obtained from our website or from HR email [email protected] or telephone 01258 880484.
Please address your letter to the Headmaster, Mr James Watson and send the letter, application form and any supporting paperwork to;
By post – Chantilly Arbenz, Milton Abbey School, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT110BZ
or by email [email protected]
Closing date: Monday 23rd November 2026 at Noon
