School Caretaker

Step Teachers; Tottenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic education recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time School Caretaker to ensure the school's premises are safe and well-maintained. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 months experience, strong knowledge of health and safety standards, and practical repair skills. This role offers weekly pay and access to exclusive discounts. Safeguarding is a priority, and an Enhanced DBS check will be required.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

Discounted high street shopping

Gym memberships

Physical and emotional well-being services

Qualifications

• 12 months of experience as a school caretaker is essential.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and site security.
• Practical skills for minor repairs and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the school premises are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks promptly.
• Monitor and maintain health and safety standards across the site.
• Manage site security, including opening and closing the school.

Skills

Experience as a school caretaker

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Practical skills for minor repairs

Ability to work independently

Reliability and proactivity

Job description

School Caretaker – Part-time, long-term temporary and ongoing, starting immediately

This is an excellent opportunity to join a school where pupils thrive in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils and ensure that staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards across the school. The school promotes a strong sense of community, with pupils showing respect and positive attitudes towards learning. Staff are well supported, and safeguarding is a top priority.

Duties as School Caretaker:

• Ensure the school premises are clean, safe, and well-maintained
• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks promptly
• Monitor and maintain health and safety standards across the site
• Manage site security, including opening and closing the school
• Support with setting up rooms and facilities for school activities
• Liaise with contractors and report any major maintenance issues
• Uphold safeguarding and compliance requirements at all times

Ideal School Caretaker:

• 12 months of experience as a school caretaker is essential
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and site security
• Practical skills for minor repairs and maintenance
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Reliable, proactive, and committed to maintaining a safe environment for pupils and staff
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or have one registered on the Update Service
• Your application will not be considered if you do not meet the requirements

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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