School Caretaker

Job Title: School Caretaker Location: Newham, East London Start Date: ASAP Salary: £16 £19 per hour (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time, Temporary/Permanent Working Hours: 8:00am 16:00pm Company: Complete Classroom Services About the Role Complete Classroom Services is seeking a reliable, proactive, and hardworking School Caretaker to support the day-to-day maintenance, security, and upkeep of school premises in Newham and surrounding East London areas. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school environment remains safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained for students, staff, and visitors. This is a hands-on role requiring practical maintenance skills, a strong awareness of health and safety, and the ability to respond effectively to site-related issues. Key Responsibilities • Carry out day-to-day maintenance and minor repairs across the school site • Ensure the school buildings and grounds are clean, safe, secure, and well-presented • Undertake opening and closing duties, including security checks and alarm systems • Monitor and maintain school facilities, including heating, lighting, plumbing, and general building fabric • Conduct routine site inspections and report any maintenance or health and safety concerns • Assist with setting up rooms and facilities for school activities and events • Liaise with contractors and support maintenance works on site • Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and school policies • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and site checks • Respond promptly to emergency maintenance issues and site incidents • Support the school leadership team with general site management duties • Carry out grounds maintenance duties where required to ensure outdoor areas remain safe and tidy The Ideal Candidate Will Have • Previous experience as a School Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities Assistant, Maintenance Operative, or in a similar role • Good practical skills across general maintenance, repairs, and building upkeep • Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a school or similar environment • Ability to work independently and use initiative • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Reliable, flexible, and professional approach to work • Basic IT skills, including email and record keeping • Good physical fitness and willingness to undertake manual tasks Desirable Qualifications and Experience • Previous experience working within a school, academy, college, or educational setting • Health and Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH or equivalent) • Basic trade skills such as plumbing, decorating, carpentry, or electrical maintenance • Understanding of safeguarding requirements within schools • Experience with site security procedures and alarm systems In Return, We Offer • A welcoming and supportive working environment • Opportunities to work within well-regarded schools across Newham and East London • Ongoing training and professional development • Competitive rates of pay • Temporary-to-permanent and permanent opportunities available • Dedicated support from the Complete Classroom Services team