Caretaker

Role overview

EQUANS is hiring a Caretaker for Wheelers Lane Primary School in Birmingham (B13 0SF). This is a permanent, full-time position based on site for 37.5 hours each week. The salary is £26,728.21 per year, along with a benefits package.

Working pattern

The schedule runs Monday to Friday, with 8-hour shifts scheduled within the school’s opening window of 6:00am to 18:00pm.

What you will be responsible for

You will help keep the school premises safe, secure, and fully available for day-to-day use. The role covers the condition of the building, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and mechanical and electrical assets.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with a benefits package
• Paid annual leave plus public holidays
• Life cover at 1.5 times annual salary
• Discounts through shopping schemes with major brands and retailers
• Gym membership savings
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Holiday purchase option
• Two corporate social responsibility days each year
• Access to learning and development, including professional qualifications, collective and individual training, and tailored support programmes
• Employee referral reward scheme
• Access to employee networks including women, ethnic minority, LGBTQI+, working parents, young professionals, and disability networks
• 24/7 employee assistance support and access to a mental wellbeing app

Experience and suitability

Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. If you do not meet every requirement but believe you could succeed in the role, you are encouraged to apply.

Essential and desirable experience

• Continuous experience in facilities management services, including litter control and basic maintenance of buildings, plant, and systems is essential.
• Experience preparing risk assessments and method statements is essential.
• Previous premises upkeep or caretaking experience in an educational setting is desirable.

Skills, knowledge, and abilities

• Good understanding of health and safety principles is essential.
• Ability to organise tasks and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines is essential.
• Experience acting as a key holder and handling site access requirements is needed.

Education and qualifications

• GCSE or O Level Mathematics and English, or an equivalent qualification, is desirable.
• A relevant trade or vocational qualification is desirable.

Personal attributes

• Must be physically able to carry out caretaking duties.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Works well as part of a team and can share knowledge with others.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible and willing to adapt as needed.
• Prepared to work outside normal hours when required.
• Must live within 20 minutes’ travel time of the school.

About EQUANS

In the UK and Ireland, EQUANS delivers sustainable facilities management, regeneration, and advanced energy and digital services. Its employees support decarbonisation across the built environment and help organisations move towards a low-carbon, resilient future. Globally, EQUANS operates in 20 countries with 90,000 employees across 5 continents and recorded a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. It is part of the Bouygues group.

Values and culture

The organisation aims to be known for operational excellence and as an outstanding place to work. Its approach is built around accountability, respect, team spirit, and service focus. The company emphasises ownership, integrity, collaboration, trust, and a proactive approach to customer needs.

Additional information

Candidates must have proof of the right to work in the UK. No relocation support is available for this role. Some positions may require a Disclosure check, which will be handled by the Resourcing Team. Agency support is not required, and all recruitment queries should be directed to the resourcing team rather than Equans managers.

Equal opportunities

The company encourages applications from women, ethnically diverse candidates, and people with disabilities, as well as all other protected groups under the Equality Act 2010. It aims to maintain an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and supported, and where employee networks help build a welcoming environment.