School Caretaker

Senploy; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is seeking a hands-on School Site Supervisor to support the day-to-day maintenance, safety and security of school premises in Newham, London. You will be proactive, detail‑oriented and able to work across multiple sites with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include regular site inspections, coordinating repairs with contractors, carrying out health and safety checks, and keeping accurate records. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential.
• Experience in school site maintenance or facilities is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day maintenance, safety and security of school premises.
• Carry out regular site inspections and identify maintenance or health & safety concerns.
• Liaise with contractors and support repairs and ongoing maintenance works.
• Complete routine health & safety checks and maintain site records.
• Open and secure the school premises when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Independent working

Organised

IT skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Pay: Competitive, depending on experience

Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car

We are working with a school in Newham that is looking for an experienced, reliable and highly proactive School Site Supervisor to support the day-to-day maintenance, safety and security of the school premises.

This is an important position within the school. You will be responsible for ensuring the premises remain safe, secure, compliant and properly maintained for pupils, staff and visitors.

As the role may involve working across multiple school sites, a full UK driving licence and access to your own car are essential.

We need someone who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail and can spot potential maintenance, security or health & safety issues before they become a problem. You should be confident working independently, prioritising your workload and getting things done without needing to be constantly directed or reminded.

The Role

• Support the day-to-day maintenance, safety and security of the school premises
• Carry out regular site inspections and identify maintenance or health & safety concerns
• Proactively identify and resolve issues around the premises
• Travel between school sites when required
• Liaise with contractors and support repairs and ongoing maintenance works
• Complete routine health & safety checks and maintain accurate site records
• Assist with fire safety checks, emergency procedures, risk assessments and compliance
• Ensure entrances, exits, gates, equipment and communal areas remain safe and secure
• Open and secure the school premises when required
• Carry out general repairs, maintenance and practical site duties
• Monitor site stock, equipment and maintenance supplies
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance or security issues
• Use email, Microsoft Office and electronic school/site systems confidently

What We Need

• Previous experience as a School Site Supervisor, Caretaker, Site Manager, Facilities Assistant or similar
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential
• Strong health & safety knowledge and awareness
• Good practical maintenance skills and the ability to identify potential hazards
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for daily site duties
• Good IT skills, including email, Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping
• Organised, reliable and able to prioritise multiple tasks
• Confident communicating with school staff, contractors and external visitors
• Previous experience working within a school is highly desirable
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

We are looking for someone who is hands-on, dependable and genuinely proactive. This is not a role for someone who waits to be given instructions. The successful candidate will be able to identify what needs doing, take initiative and help maintain a safe, welcoming school environment.