School Caretaker. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a reliable School Caretaker for a secondary school in Northwood (Hillingdon). This full-time position offers the chance to contribute to a safe and clean school environment. Responsibilities include general maintenance, managing supplies, and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed. Ideal candidates will have strong practical skills and experience in caretaking or maintenance. This role offers competitive pay and ongoing support.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Long-term roles with potential pathways to permanent contracts

Ongoing support and professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caretaking, site management, maintenance, or facilities.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Open and close school buildings safely.
• Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs, and basic DIY tasks.
• Ensure the school site is clean, safe, and well-presented.
• Manage deliveries and maintain stock of supplies.
• Support cleaning teams and school staff as needed.
• Assist with setting up rooms for events, assemblies, and exams.
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed.
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance issues.

Skills

Practical skills

Confidence with basic repairs

Communication skills

Proactive and reliable approach

Job description

School Caretaker Secondary School Northwood (Hillingdon) ASAP Start

Are you a reliable, hands‑on professional looking to work in a school environment?
Do you take pride in keeping facilities safe, clean, and running smoothly?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with supportive secondary schools in Northwood (Hillingdon) that are seeking dedicated School Caretakers to join their teams immediately. This is a full‑time, long‑term role, offering a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of a school and its facilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone with practical skills and a proactive attitude who wants to make a tangible difference to a school community.

About the Role

As a School Caretaker, you will:

• Open and close school buildings safely (shift patterns may vary)
• Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs, and basic DIY tasks
• Ensure the school site is clean, safe, and well-presented
• Manage deliveries and maintain stock of cleaning and maintenance supplies
• Support cleaning teams and other school staff as needed
• Assist with setting up rooms for events, assemblies, and exams
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance issues across the school site

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in caretaking, site management, maintenance, or facilities
• Strong practical skills and confidence with basic repairs
• A proactive, reliable, and hands‑on approach
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What Tradewind Offers

• Opportunities across secondary schools in Northwood
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Long‑term roles with potential pathways to permanent contracts
• Ongoing support and professional development from Tradewind

How to Apply

Apply online today to be considered for this School Caretaker role in Northwood!

If you'd like to find out more, feel free to contact Elizabeth Topley on (phone number removed) (option 3), or email (url removed).