School Caretaker

WIMBLEDON COLLEGE; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a reliable individual for a maintenance role. Responsibilities include ensuring the security and cleanliness of the school, performing routine repairs, and supporting health and safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong practical DIY skills, be physically able to handle tasks, and demonstrate effective communication skills. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for personal growth and membership in a public sector pension scheme.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Public sector pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience and strong practical 'DIY' skills.
• Understand safe moving and handling procedures.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and hygiene procedures.
• Demonstrated communication skills with various stakeholders.
• Reliable, punctual, and motivated team player.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security and cleanliness of school buildings.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance work.
• Support health and safety procedures.
• Assist with cleaning duties and equipment movement.
• Provide supervision for lettings and events.
• Oversee cleaning staff and contractors.

Skills

DIY skills

Communication skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Reliability

Job description

Safeguarding

At Wimbledon College we recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils. We make every effort to provide an environment in which children and adults feel safe, secure, valued and respected, and feel confident to talk if they are worried, believing they will be effectively listened to. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. Child protection forms part of the school's safeguarding policy.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the security, safety, and cleanliness of the school buildings and grounds
• Carrying out routine repairs, maintenance, and decoration work
• Supporting health and safety procedures, including regular inspections and accurate record-keeping
• Assisting with cleaning duties and porterage (moving and setting up equipment/furniture)
• Providing access and supervision for lettings and school events
• Overseeing cleaning staff and contractors, as required

Qualifications

• Have proven experience and strong practical 'DIY' skills to identify, monitor, and carry out minor repairs, maintenance, and redecoration.
• Understand safe moving and handling procedures, and be physically able to perform the role's demands (e.g. lifting, carrying, shifting furniture, clearing snow).
• Possess knowledge of Health & Safety and hygiene procedures, with an awareness of COSHH regulations and the ability to apply this knowledge appropriately (training will be provided where necessary).
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, enabling effective interaction with colleagues at all levels, governors, pupils, contractors, and external users of the school.
• Be reliable, punctual, hardworking, patient, flexible, and motivated, with a genuine commitment to working as part of a team.

Benefits

A supportive, friendly, and professional working environment in a well-run and highly respected school. Excellent opportunities for personal growth and career development. Membership into a public sector pension scheme. A cycle-to-work scheme, with ample secure cycle parking on site.

Location & Transport

On-site swimming pool and gym, with Wimbledon Common and Wimbledon Village just a short walk away.

• Outstanding transport connections, including:
• National Rail services (Wimbledon, Wimbledon Chase, Raynes Park)
• London Underground (Wimbledon)
• Tram services (Wimbledon, Dundonald Road)
• Numerous bus routes (57, 131, 200, 93, and many more)