Join A Friendly School Site Team In Hounslow As Caretaker

Marchant Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a proactive Caretaker for a busy school in Hounslow, England. The role involves opening/locking the site, inspecting security systems, and performing general maintenance to ensure buildings and grounds are well-kept.

You will need practical maintenance skills, a flexible approach, and the ability to prioritise tasks. An enhanced DBS check is required, and previous school experience is advantageous. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, site maintenance or facilities support.
• School experience would be particularly useful.
• An enhanced DBS check is required.
• Must be reliable and follow safeguarding/site security procedures.

Responsibilities

• Opening and locking the school site in line with security procedures.
• Checking doors, windows, gates, alarms and other security systems.
• Carrying out minor repairs, decorating and general maintenance.
• Completing regular site walks to identify damage, hazards or faults.
• Supporting the safe movement and storage of equipment and furniture.
• Monitoring contractors and reporting maintenance work that needs specialist attention.
• Maintaining outdoor spaces, entrances and communal areas.
• Assisting with room setups for meetings, school events and activities.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Safety-conscious

Reliability

Flexible

Job description

A busy school in Hounslow is seeking a proactive Caretaker to help oversee the day-to-day running of its premises. This is a varied, practical role suited to someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys keeping buildings and grounds in excellent condition.

Your Responsibilities

Opening and locking the school site in line with security procedures.

Checking doors, windows, gates, alarms and other security systems.

Carrying out minor repairs, decorating and general maintenance.

Completing regular site walks to identify damage, hazards or faults.

Supporting the safe movement and storage of equipment and furniture.

Monitoring contractors and reporting maintenance work that needs specialist attention.

Maintaining outdoor spaces, entrances and communal areas.

Assisting with room setups for meetings, school events and activities.

About You

You will have practical maintenance skills, a flexible approach and the confidence to prioritise tasks throughout the day. Previous experience in caretaking, site maintenance or facilities support is essential; school experience would be particularly useful.

You must be reliable, safety-conscious and willing to follow safeguarding and site security procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 72 hours.

Hounslow, England, United Kingdom