School Caretaker – West Sussex

Marchant Recruitment; Crawley Down; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a Horsham-based school in its search for a School Caretaker responsible for maintaining the buildings and grounds, supporting site security, and helping keep the premises safe, clean and welcoming for students, staff and visitors.

The role is suited to someone practical, organised and hands-on with a flexible, proactive approach to repairs, health and safety, room setups and deliveries.

Qualifications

• Previous caretaking, maintenance or facilities experience is advantageous.
• Practical skills and a hands-on approach to repairs.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify hazards and report maintenance issues.
• Flexible and proactive approach to site responsibilities.
• Willingness to complete all required safeguarding and background checks.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs.
• Inspect buildings, grounds and facilities for defects and hazards.
• Assist with opening and securing the premises as required.
• Keep entrances, corridors and communal areas clean and safe.
• Report significant repair needs and maintenance concerns.
• Help move furniture and prepare rooms for school activities.
• Assist with deliveries and storage of supplies.
• Monitor site security and report any issues.
• Support contractors and external maintenance teams when required.
• Follow health and safety procedures and school site policies.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Maintenance skills

Health and safety awareness

Time management

Reliable and punctual

Communication and teamwork

Independent work

Safeguarding checks

UK work rights

Job description

Are you a reliable and hands-on individual who takes pride in maintaining buildings and facilities? A school in Horsham is seeking a School Caretaker to assist with the upkeep of its premises, support site security and help ensure that the school remains safe, clean and welcoming.

This opportunity is suited to someone who is practical, organised and comfortable managing a range of maintenance duties while supporting the wider school team.

Position Highlights

• School premises and grounds maintenance
• General repairs and routine inspections
• Site security and health and safety responsibilities
• Support with room setups and equipment movement
• Varied practical duties within a school environment

Role Overview

As a School Caretaker, you will help maintain the condition of the school's buildings and grounds. You will complete routine checks, undertake minor repairs and report maintenance concerns, helping ensure that the premises remain safe and functional for everyday school use.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs.
• Inspect buildings, grounds and facilities for defects and hazards.
• Assist with opening and securing the premises as required.
• Keep entrances, corridors and communal areas clean and safe.
• Report significant repair needs and maintenance concerns.
• Help move furniture and prepare rooms for school activities.
• Assist with deliveries and storage of supplies.
• Monitor site security and report any issues.
• Support contractors and external maintenance teams when required.
• Follow health and safety procedures and school site policies.

About the School

The school is committed to maintaining a positive, safe and well-presented environment for its students, staff and visitors. The Caretaker will play an important role in ensuring the premises remain in good condition and ready for daily activities.

Experience and Skills

• Previous caretaking, maintenance or facilities experience is advantageous.
• Practical skills and a hands-on approach to repairs.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify hazards and report maintenance issues.
• Flexible and proactive approach to site responsibilities.
• Willingness to complete all required safeguarding and background checks.
• The right to work in the UK.

To be considered for this School Caretaker position in Horsham, West Sussex.