School Caretaker in Bow, London

Location: Newham, East London
Hours: Full-time, 7:00am - 4:00pm
Start: ASAP
Pay: Competitive, depending on experience
Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car

Remedy Education is working with a school in Newham that is looking for an experienced, reliable and highly proactive School Site Supervisor to support the day-to-day maintenance, safety and security of the school premises.

This is an important position within the school. You will be responsible for ensuring the premises remain safe, secure, compliant and properly maintained for pupils, staff and visitors.

As the role may involve working across multiple school sites, a full UK driving licence and access to your own car are essential.

We need someone who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail and can spot potential maintenance, security or health & safety issues before they become a problem. You should be confident working independently, prioritising your workload and getting things done without needing to be constantly directed or reminded.

• Support the day-to-day maintenance, safety and security of the school premises

• Carry out regular site inspections and identify maintenance or health & safety concerns

• Proactively identify and resolve issues around the premises

• Travel between school sites when required

• Liaise with contractors and support repairs and ongoing maintenance works

• Complete routine health & safety checks and maintain accurate site records

• Assist with fire safety checks, emergency procedures, risk assessments and compliance

• Ensure entrances, exits, gates, equipment and communal areas remain safe and secure

• Open and secure the school premises when required

• Carry out general repairs, maintenance and practical site duties

• Monitor site stock, equipment and maintenance supplies

• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance or security issues

• Use email, Microsoft Office and electronic school/site systems confidently

• Previous experience as a School Site Supervisor, Caretaker, Site Manager, Facilities Assistant or similar

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential

• Strong health & safety knowledge and awareness

• Good practical maintenance skills and the ability to identify potential hazards

• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work

• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for daily site duties

• Good IT skills, including email, Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping

• Organised, reliable and able to prioritise multiple tasks

• Confident communicating with school staff, contractors and external visitors

• Previous experience working within a school is highly desirable

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

We are looking for someone who is hands-on, dependable and genuinely proactive. This is not a role for someone who waits to be given instructions. The successful candidate will be able to identify what needs doing, take initiative and help maintain a safe, welcoming school environment.

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Aaron Deacon at Remedy Education on (phone number removed).