Site Manager / Caretaker / Facilities Technician – Specialist SEND School

Full-Time | UNTIL MAY HALF TERM 2026 | ASAP Start

Tara Professional Recruitment are looking for a proactive and skilled Site Manager / Facilities Technician / Caretaker to join a highly respected specialist SEND school supporting pupils with Autism and complex communication needs in Haringey - as soon as possible up until May Half Term at the minimum. This is a full-time, for a Site Manager / Facilities Technician / Caretaker who can take ownership of the school’s premises, ensuring a safe, compliant, and well-maintained environment at all times.

The successful Site Manager / Facilities Technician / Caretaker will play a vital role in supporting the daily operation of the school, maintaining a structured and secure setting that is essential for pupils with Autism.

The Role

As a Site Manager / Facilities Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the school site, buildings, and grounds
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and responding to reactive repairs
• Acting as a key holder, responsible for opening, closing, and site security
• Conducting regular site inspections and safety checks to ensure compliance
• Overseeing health & safety procedures, including fire safety systems and risk assessments
• Managing and liaising with external contractors and service providers
• Maintaining records of compliance checks, repairs, and maintenance logs
• Supporting with site setup for school activities and events

School site roles require a balance of hands-on maintenance and compliance oversight, ensuring facilities remain safe, functional, and fit for purpose at all times.

Key Responsibilities in a School Setting

The Site Manager / Facilities Technician will be responsible for:

• Ensuring the site is clean, safe, and well-presented daily
• Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance across fixtures, fittings, and equipment
• Monitoring fire alarms, emergency lighting, water hygiene, and statutory checks
• Maintaining security systems, access points, and alarms
• Supporting grounds maintenance and general site appearance
• Coordinating maintenance schedules and prioritising repair works
• Logging and managing compliance documentation and inspections

These responsibilities are critical in schools, where site staff ensure both legal compliance and a safe learning environment for pupils and staff.

The School Environment

This specialist SEND school supports pupils with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Communication and sensory processing needs
• Social, emotional, and behavioural differences

The Site Manager / Facilities Technician will be working in a setting where predictability, safety, and low-stimulation environments are essential. The physical environment plays a key role in supporting pupil wellbeing, meaning attention to detail and consistency are critical.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a Site Manager / Facilities Technician who:

• Has experience in a Site Manager, Caretaker, or Facilities Technician role, ideally within education or public sector
• Has a strong understanding of health & safety and site compliance
• Is confident carrying out basic maintenance and repairs
• Can manage contractors and prioritise workloads effectively
• Is reliable, proactive, and able to work independently
• Understands the importance of maintaining a safe and structured SEND environment
• Happy for a short term placement up until beginning of June 2026 (potential extension)

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience as a Site Manager / Facilities Technician or similar
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations (IOSH / NEBOSH desirable)
• Experience with compliance checks (fire safety, water hygiene, maintenance logs)
• Basic maintenance or trade skills (desirable)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• 2 years of professional references

Why Apply?

This Site Manager / Facilities Technician role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a school site within a specialist Autism provision, where your work directly supports a safe and effective learning environment.

You will join a supportive team in a setting that values structure, professionalism, and high standards. For the right Site Manager / Facilities Technician, this is a very unique opportunity as an agency member of staff via TARA EDUCATION.