School Caretaker

REESON Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a dedicated Lead Caretaker for a primary school in Grays, Essex. The role involves ensuring site safety, managing maintenance operations, and overseeing contractors. Ideal candidates will have a background in facilities management, knowledge of health and safety regulations, and practical DIY skills. This position offers a supportive work environment with a focus on professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a caretaking or facilities role, ideally in a school environment.
• Strong working knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to carry out minor repairs independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day maintenance and operation of the school site.
• Carry out regular health & safety checks and ensure compliance.
• Oversee maintenance budgets and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Health and safety regulations

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Practical DIY skills

Job description

Overview

School Caretaker - Grays, Essex - ASAP start

ReesonTeaching Agency is proud to be supporting a fantastic and inclusive primary school in Grays, Essex which is seeking a dedicated and skilled Lead Caretaker to oversee all aspects of site management and maintenance across the school grounds.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in facilities or site management to take on a lead role in ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient learning environment for pupils and staff alike.

About the Role

• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the school site, including buildings, grounds, and facilities.
• Carry out regular health & safety checks, fire alarm testing, and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Manage and coordinate contractors, cleaning teams, and external service providers.
• Lead on site security, including opening and closing the premises, monitoring access, and responding to emergencies.
• Oversee maintenance budgets and carry out basic repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance.
• Work closely with senior leadership and school business managers to ensure the site is safe, welcoming, and well maintained.

About the School

• A warm, community-focused primary school in Grays, known for its inclusive ethos and high standards.
• Modern, well-maintained site with excellent facilities.
• Supportive leadership team with a commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.
• Conveniently located with strong transport links via tube and bus.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience in a caretaking, facilities, or site management role (ideally in a school or similar environment).
• Strong working knowledge of health and safety regulations, COSHH, and premises compliance.
• Practical DIY and maintenance skills with the ability to carry out minor repairs independently.
• Good organisational and communication skills, and the ability to lead and manage others.
• A proactive, can-do attitude and the flexibility to support school events and occasional out-of-hours requirements.
• A valid enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one through Reeson

If keen, please dont hesitate to send your updated CV or please call Keith on (phone number removed).

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%