Site Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeper

AWD online; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in North West London is seeking a Site Maintenance Operative to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the school's environment. The role involves general maintenance, security management, and supporting health and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a background in building maintenance and good communication skills. This position offers a salary of £26,435 - £27,588 per annum.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

NEST pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Free staff lunch and on-site parking

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• Good communication skills; written and verbal.
• General knowledge of building maintenance procedures and relevant skills such as plumbing, electrics and decorating.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school’s premises, grounds, and car park to a high standard of cleanliness.
• Provide site security through unlocking and locking, alarm setting, patrolling.
• Carry out general maintenance, handyperson tasks, and room setups for events.

Skills

Good communication skills; written and verbal

General knowledge of building maintenance procedures

Understanding of Health and Safety

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Numeracy and Literacy

Job description

Overview

Site Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeper, known within the Trust as a Premises Officer, who has general knowledge of building maintenance procedures, health & safety, security and relevant skills such as plumbing, electrics and decorating is required for Avanti House Secondary School, part of Avanti Schools Trust, based in Stanmore, North West London.

SALARY: £26,435 - £27,588 per annum + Benefit

LOCATION: Stanmore, North West London (HA7)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week (all year round)

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Site Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeper who has general knowledge of building maintenance procedures, health & safety, security and relevant skills such as plumbing, electrics and decorating.

As the Site Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeper you will play a vital role in keeping the school safe, secure and operating to the highest standards. You will help maintain a clean, well-kept and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

If you are reliable, take ownership of your responsibilities, and want to make a genuine difference to the school community, we would like to hear from you!

Duties

• Maintain the school’s premises, grounds, and car park to a high standard of cleanliness, safety, and order, including ad-hoc cleaning, snow clearance, and waste management
• Provide site security through unlocking and locking, alarm setting, patrolling, and acting as the first response for incidents and emergencies
• Carry out general maintenance, handyperson tasks, and room setups for daily activities, open evenings, and special events
• Manage deliveries, stock, and contractors, ensuring safe handling of goods and adequate supplies for cleaning and facilities operations
• Support Health & Safety compliance, fire safety checks, and contribute to Trust-wide projects when required

Candidate Requirements

• Good communication skills; written and verbal
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Numeracy and Literacy
• General knowledge of building maintenance procedures and relevant skills such as plumbing, electrics and decorating
• Understanding of Health and Safety and security issues
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Good organisational skills- ability to meet deadlines and make decisions in emergencies

Benefits

• Great opportunities for professional development
• NEST pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
• O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers
• Flexible working opportunities
• Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership
• Well-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps)
• Cycle-to-work Scheme
• Free staff lunch and on-site parking
• Plus many more

Pre-employment checks

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks. Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

Apply

To express interest in this role, please submit your application as described. This vacancy is advertised by AWD online on behalf of Avanti Schools Trust.