Facilities Assistant/ Caretaker

Tempest Resourcing; Banstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a reliable and proactive School Facilities Assistant to ensure the upkeep and safety of a secondary school in Croydon. This full-time role involves maintenance, repairs, and supporting events, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent. Ideal candidates will be safety-minded, reliable, and ready for hands-on tasks. The position starts on 15th December, and offers an opportunity to contribute to a positive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day upkeep, safety, and cleanliness of the school site.
• Carry out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and basic DIY tasks.
• Assist with setting up rooms and equipment for school events and activities.
• Conduct regular site checks to ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Open and close the school premises as required (locking/unlocking duties).
• Monitor and manage cleaning supplies and maintenance materials.
• Support external contractors on site where necessary.
• Ensure the site is safe, secure, and well maintained at all times.

Job description

Job Title: School Facilities Assistant (Long-Term, Temp to Perm)

Location: Croydon Setting: Secondary School Start Date: 15th December Hours: Full-time Contract: Long-term temporary with potential to become permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and safety-minded Facilities Assistant to support the smooth running of a busy secondary school in Croydon. This is a long-term temporary position with a strong possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day upkeep, safety, and cleanliness of the school site.

• Carry out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and basic DIY tasks.

• Assist with setting up rooms and equipment for school events and activities.

• Conduct regular site checks to ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

• Open and close the school premises as required (locking/unlocking duties).

• Monitor and manage cleaning supplies and maintenance materials.

• Support external contractors on site where necessary.

• Ensure the site is safe, secure, and well maintained at all times.

Requirements

Requirements details were not provided in the original posting.