Caretaker

Trades Workforce Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Greater London is seeking an Experienced Caretaker / Site Assistant to ensure the smooth operation and cleanliness of their facilities. The role involves opening and securing the site, conducting inspections, performing minor repairs, and assisting with deliveries. Candidates should have experience in a similar role, a full clean manual UK driving licence, and strong practical skills. This position offers a hands-on work environment and presents an opportunity to be part of a dedicated facilities team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a caretaking, site assistant, or facilities role.
• Confident and competent driver of manual vehicles.
• Strong practical skills in general maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Open and secure the site each day.
• Conduct routine inspections of premises and report maintenance issues.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Experience in caretaking

Manual driving skills

Basic IT literacy

General maintenance skills

Job description

Catch 22 are currently working with a Education provider based in SW6, who are on the lookout for an Experienced Caretaker / Site Assistant to join their facilities team. This hands‑on role is vital to ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day operation, cleanliness, and safety of our site

Working hours-0530am-1:30pm 1 hr unpaid lunch

Key Responsibilities:

• Opening and securing the site each day
• Carrying out routine inspections of the premises and reporting maintenance issues
• Performing minor repairs and maintenance (basic plumbing, painting, etc.)
• Ensuring cleanliness of site grounds and facilities, including litter picking and occasional cleaning duties
• Assisting with deliveries and moving of furniture or equipment as needed
• Supporting external contractors on‑site when required
• Maintaining records and logs as directed
• Using basic IT systems for reporting, communication, and compliance checks
• Driving duties as required (e.g. transporting equipment, materials, or waste to local facilities)

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience in a caretaking, site assistant, or facilities role
• Full, clean manual UK driving licence
• Confident and competent driver of manual vehicles
• Strong practical and hands‑on skills in general maintenance tasks
• Basic IT literacy (email, reporting systems, online forms)

If you have the above experience and requirements please apply or send your CV to [e-mail]