Caretaker / Handyperson / Facilities Maintenance / Keyholder

AWD online; Ilford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a reliable Caretaker / Handyperson in Ilford. This role involves managing bookings, maintaining facilities, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have experience in customer environments and knowledge of health and safety legislation. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Benefits

O2 discounts

Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership

Access to well-being programs

Cycle to work and Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Understanding of premises maintenance issues.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and security legislation.

Responsibilities

• Holding keys to the premises and managing bookings.
• Maintaining equipment and ensuring facilities are clean.
• Delivering excellent customer service and resolving issues.

Skills

Customer-focused experience

Understanding of premises maintenance

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Ability to establish good working relationships

Job description

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Caretaker / Handyperson / Facilities Maintenance / Keyholder, Ilford

Client: AWD online

Location: Ilford

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: aea4946fab6b

Job Views: 7

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a reliable, enthusiastic Caretaker / Handyperson who can liaise with customers, delivering a professional and enjoyable leisure experience.

Working as the Caretaker / Handyperson, you will report to the Head of Business Service and will be responsible for holding keys to the Trust sites, opening and closing the facilities, and managing bookings and equipment.

The Caretaker / Handyperson should be passionate about delivering excellent customer service and solving problems that may arise during bookings. Availability to work evenings and weekends is required.

DUTIES

Your duties include:

• Holding keys to the premises
• Opening the premises before bookings and ensuring safe closure afterward
• Maintaining equipment
• Ensuring facilities are clean, tidy, and presentable before bookings
• Checking facilities after bookings and resolving issues
• Providing First Aid equipment in case of accidents
• Delivering excellent customer service
• Resolving customer queries or complaints

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in a customer-focused environment
• Understanding of premises maintenance issues
• Knowledge of health, safety, and security legislation affecting schools
• Willingness to work on a shift/rotational basis including weekends
• Ability to establish good working relationships

Due to the role's nature, a criminal record disclosure check is required. The school is committed to safeguarding children; an enhanced DBS check will be conducted for all staff and applicants.

BENEFITS

• Strong focus on Educational Excellence, Character Formation, and Spiritual Insight
• O2 discounts
• Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership
• Access to well-being programs
• Cycle to work and Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes

Plus many more benefits.

The organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will need an Enhanced DBS check, and employment is contingent upon satisfactory references and checks.

By applying, you consent to your details being shared with the client for recruitment purposes.

JOB REF: AWDO-C12046

This job is advertised by AWD online on behalf of Avanti Schools Trust.