School Caretaker

Aspire People; London Borough of Ealing; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Varied role across three sites

Contribution to school community

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Aspire People in London is looking for a reliable School Caretaker to support three school sites across Ealing and Hayes, ensuring safe, clean and welcoming environments for pupils and staff.

The role requires general maintenance, site security, and the ability to travel between two Ealing locations and one in Hayes. A full, valid UK driving licence is essential, as minibus duties are included, with pre-employment safety checks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs and basic DIY tasks.
• Open and close school premises, ensuring buildings are safe and secure.
• Complete routine site inspections and report any maintenance or health and safety concerns.
• Maintain school grounds, playgrounds and external areas.
• Set up and clear rooms for school activities and events.
• Ensure the premises are clean, tidy and well maintained.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and urgent issues.
• Drive the school minibus as required, ensuring pupil safety at all times.
• Carry out vehicle checks and report any defects in accordance with school procedures.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure the smooth running of all three sites.

Job description

School Caretaker - Multi-Site Role

Location: Three school sites - two in Ealing and one in Hayes

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: [Full-time/Part-time - to be confirmed]

Salary: [Insert salary]

Driving Licence: Full, valid UK driving licence essential

We Are Recruiting - School Caretaker

We are looking for a reliable, practical and proactive School Caretaker to join our team as soon as possible, supporting the day-to-day maintenance, safety and security of three school sites across Ealing and Hayes.

This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who takes pride in maintaining safe, clean, secure and welcoming school environments.

As the role covers three sites, the successful candidate must be able to travel between two locations in Ealing and one in Hayes. A full, valid UK driving licence is essential, as the role includes minibus driving duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs and basic DIY tasks.
• Open and close school premises, ensuring buildings are safe and secure.
• Complete routine site inspections and report any maintenance or health and safety concerns.
• Maintain school grounds, playgrounds and external areas.
• Set up and clear rooms for school activities and events.
• Ensure the premises are clean, tidy and well maintained.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and urgent issues.
• Drive the school minibus as required, ensuring pupil safety at all times.
• Carry out vehicle checks and report any defects in accordance with school procedures.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure the smooth running of all three sites.

About You

• Reliable, punctual, organised and flexible.
• Practical, hands-on and confident carrying out general maintenance.
• Able to work independently and manage priorities across multiple sites.
• A confident driver with a full, valid UK driving licence.
• Professional, approachable and able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils and visitors.
• Committed to health and safety, safeguarding and maintaining high standards.
• Previous caretaking, facilities or school site experience would be an advantage.

What We Offer

• A varied role across three school sites.
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the school community.
• A supportive working environment.

Closing date: Applications will be considered as they are received.

The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and relevant safer recruitment checks. Minibus duties will be subject to the required driving entitlement and other applicable requirements.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.