Caretaker
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  • England,London,Greater London,Greenwich
  • Full Time, Temporary
  • £16 - £20 per hour, inc benefits
Job Description:
Caretaker (Full-Time, 8am–4pm)
Reed Education are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive primary school in the local area for a full-time School Caretaker. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, reliable and hands-on individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and well-managed school environment.
Position: School Caretaker
Hours:Full-time, 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term, with potential to become permanent
Start: Immediate
Location: Local primary school (details provided upon shortlisting)
About the Role
As a School Caretaker, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the school building and grounds. Duties include:
*Opening and locking the school site each day
*Maintaining the site’s security, safety and cleanliness
*Carrying out minor repairs, DIY tasks and general maintenance
*Conducting daily walk-around checks and completing compliance logs
*Supporting with deliveries, porterage and the movement of furniture/equipment
*Managing seasonal tasks such as gritting, leaf clearing or snow removal
*Ensuring playgrounds, pathways and communal areas are safe for pupils and staff
*Liaising with contractors and supporting on-site works
*Assisting staff with any premises-related requests
*Supporting cleaning duties when required
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
*Previous experience in premises, caretaker, estates or facilities roles
*Good working knowledge of health & safety and safe working practices
*Confidence using basic tools and completing DIY/repair tasks
*Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic
*Ability to work independently and follow school procedures
*Strong communication skills and a helpful, positive attitude
*Experience supervising contractors (advantageous but not essential)
*A commitment to maintaining a safe environment for pupils
Why Work Through Reed Education?
*Competitive hourly pay
*Long-term, stable role in a supportive school
*Ongoing safeguarding and compliance training
*Access to other roles across nearby schools
*Dedicated consultant support
How to Apply
If you are interested in this full-time Caretaker role, please apply today with your CV. A member of the Reed Education team will be in touch to discuss next steps.
Job number 3467800

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