Caretaker/Site Manager

Acorn · Oldham, Greater Manchester

Caretaker/Site Manager at Acorn, based in Oldham, Greater Manchester. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Oldham, Greater Manchester
Contract
Contract
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
1 Oct 2026
Sector
Site Manager

Reference BBBH31955_1788358028

About the role

Caretaker / Site Manager

Oldham, OL8 | £13.21 per hour | 7am-9am & 3pm-6pm | Monday-Friday | 25 hours per week | Term-Time Only | Temporary Contract

A current enhanced DBS Certificate is essential for the role.

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Caretaker / Site Manager to work on a temporary basis at a primary school in Oldham. This term-time only role provides the opportunity to maintain high standards across school premises while supporting a friendly, professional team.

The role is expected to continue until at least the end of October, but may continue after this.

The 25 hours per week are split across two shifts per day, 7am-9am and 3pm-6pm.

What We Offer
  • Weekly pay.

  • Accrued holiday entitlement.

  • Pension contributions.

  • Access to the Acorn Rewards Scheme.

  • Dedicated Account Manager.

  • Immediate start available.

Key Duties
  • Lock and unlock the site and ensure security at all times.

  • Check the fire alarm and conduct a Health & Safety walk.

  • Update records on a computer.

  • Undertake cleaning duties to maintain high internal and external standards, supporting the existing cleaning team.

  • Perform general maintenance routines, including painting.

  • Assemble and move furniture as required.

  • Care for equipment, materials and storage areas used in cleaning.

  • Provide efficient removal, storage and waste disposal services.

  • Identify and report building or equipment faults promptly.

  • Prepare rooms for use, including functions and events, and clear rooms afterwards.

  • Participate in required training.

  • Complete all duties in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, policies and safe systems of work.

Requirements
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

  • Ability to develop strong working relationships with all contacts.

  • Ability to follow simple instructions accurately.

  • Experience in cleaning functions and associated duties to a high standard.

  • Ability to use building cleaning materials and equipment safely, with training provided where necessary.

  • Current enhanced DBS certificate is essential.

  • Commitment to continuous service improvement.

  • Personal commitment to self-development.

  • Flexibility to undertake other duties contributing to service delivery.

  • Willingness to carry out duties in line with company policies.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Caretaker, Site Manager or similar facilities-based professional looking for a temporary, term-time only opportunity in Oldham, apply now to join a supportive school environment and make a real impact on the upkeep and smooth running of the site.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Reference: BBBH31955_1788358028 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 1 Oct 2026 · Listed via Acorn

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