Teem Recruitment LTD • Chigwell, Essex
About this role
School Caretaker
Location
Chigwell
Contract Type
Full-time, Temporary (Long-term Ongoing)
Working Hours
36-hour shift pattern
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Monday to Thursday
shifts scheduled between 6:00am and 7:00pm
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Friday
shifts scheduled between 6:00am and 3:00pm
Flexibility may occasionally be required to support school events.
Start Date
ASAP
Role Overview
We are looking for a dependable, proactive, and practical School Caretaker to support the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy school site in Chigwell. This is a key role within the school community, ensuring the premises remain safe, secure, well-maintained, and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors.
The ideal candidate will have strong maintenance and DIY skills, take pride in maintaining high standards, and be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily maintenance, security, and general upkeep of the school premises
- Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance tasks
- Ensure the school environment remains clean, safe, and fully operational at all times
- Liaise with external contractors and oversee work completed on-site
- Support school functions and events, including room set-up and site logistics
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, inspections, and compliance checks
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience working as a School Caretaker, Site Manager, or in a similar role
- Strong practical maintenance and DIY abilities
- Good knowledge of health and safety regulations, including fire safety and Legionella control
- Reliable, organised, and capable of working independently
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Enhanced DBS check is essential
- Available for an immediate start
The establishment is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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For this role you need to be a UK resident and eligible to work in the UK
Teem Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.