School Caretaker. Job in Ealing Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Ealing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in Ealing is looking for a reliable School Caretaker to join their team starting January 2026. The role involves ensuring the school’s facilities are well-maintained, performing general maintenance, conducting health and safety checks, and supporting school events. Ideal candidates should have practical skills, a strong attention to safety, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This is a full-time, term-time position with a welcoming work environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for training in health and safety

Friendly work environment

Qualifications

• Practical skills in DIY, maintenance, or a similar hands-on role.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out basic repairs, maintenance, and upkeep across the school site.
• Open and secure the premises each day, including alarm checks.
• Conduct daily health and safety tasks, such as monitoring equipment and reporting hazards.
• Support with deliveries, furniture movement, and setting up rooms for events.
• Work with the premises team to keep outdoor areas tidy and safe.
• Assist with cleaning duties when required.

Skills

DIY skills

Safety awareness

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

School Caretaker - Secondary School

Location: Ealing
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time + Some Holiday Weeks

A well-established secondary school in Ealing is seeking a reliable and hardworking School Caretaker to join their site team from January 2026. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping buildings safe, clean, and running smoothly. The school has a friendly, community-focused environment where staff support one another and work together to maintain high standards across the site.

As the Caretaker, you will help ensure the school's facilities are well-maintained and ready for daily use. Responsibilities include general maintenance, health and safety checks, locking/unlocking the building, and supporting school events where required. You will work closely with the Site Manager and wider premises team to keep the school organised and in good working order.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out basic repairs, maintenance, and upkeep across the school site.

• Open and secure the premises each day, including alarm checks.

• Conduct daily health and safety tasks, such as monitoring equipment and reporting hazards.

• Support with deliveries, furniture movement, and setting up rooms for events.

• Work with the premises team to keep outdoor areas tidy and safe.

• Assist with cleaning duties when required.

What We’re Looking For

• Practical skills in DIY, maintenance, or a similar hands-on role.

• Strong awareness of safety procedures and attention to detail.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

• Previous caretaking or facilities experience is beneficial but not essential.

The school offers a welcoming working environment and opportunities for training in areas such as health and safety or site management. This role is suited to someone who enjoys practical work and wants to contribute to the smooth running of a busy school.

To apply for this full-time school Caretaker position starting in January 2026, please send your CV.