Key Information • Location: London • Contract: Full time • Hours: Monday to Friday (hours to be confirmed) • Start Date: As soon as possible • Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience The Role – Day-to-Day Duties As Caretaker, you will be responsible for the general maintenance, security, and appearance of the school premises. Duties will include: • Opening and closing the site, including key-holding responsibilities • Ensuring the safety and security of the buildings and grounds at all times • Carrying out routine maintenance, repairs, and basic DIY tasks • Monitoring the condition of the site and reporting any issues or defects • Managing heating, lighting, and alarm systems • Supporting health and safety compliance across the site • Setting up rooms for school activities, events, and meetings • Managing deliveries and liaising with contractors where required • Ensuring outdoor areas are safe, clean, and well maintained • Responding promptly to day-to-day issues as they arise Person Specification • Previous experience working as a caretaker, site supervisor, or premises officer • Good practical maintenance and DIY skills • A strong understanding of health and safety procedures • Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently • Good communication skills and a professional approach • Physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks • Willingness to be flexible to meet the needs of the site Desirable • Previous experience working within a school or educational setting • Experience supervising contractors • Basic knowledge of COSHH, fire safety, or site compliance • Ability to respond to out-of-hours issues when required Why Apply? • Stable, full-time role within a supportive school environment • Varied and practical role with clear responsibilities • Opportunity to make a real impact on the daily running of the site • Long-term opportunity for the right Caretaker