Complete Classroom Services
Job Title: School Caretaker
Location: Bromley, Southeast London
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £16 – £18 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 motivated and conscientious School Caretaker to support the daily operation of a busy school in Bromley. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a varied workload and takes pride in creating a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for students, staff, and visitors.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with site maintenance, security procedures, health and safety checks, and the general presentation of the school premises.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out daily site walks to identify maintenance issues and ensure the school remains safe and operational
- Undertake minor repairs, decorating tasks, and basic maintenance work across the school site
- Inspect doors, windows, gates, fencing, and other site security features, reporting defects where necessary
- Assist with monitoring heating, ventilation, and water systems to ensure facilities are functioning effectively
- Support the management of contractor visits and ensure works are completed safely and efficiently
- Maintain external areas including playgrounds, sports areas, pathways, and landscaped spaces
- Ensure school equipment, furniture, and fixtures are kept in good working order
- Assist with room moves, furniture relocations, and classroom reconfigurations when required
- Carry out routine checks on emergency lighting, fire exits, and other safety-related equipment
- Help coordinate seasonal site duties, including leaf clearance, gritting pathways, and weather-related site preparations
- Maintain maintenance logs and report completed works to the school leadership team
- Respond promptly to site requests from staff and assist in resolving day-to-day facilities issues
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Previous experience in a caretaker, site assistant, maintenance operative, or facilities support role
- Good practical knowledge of general building maintenance and repairs
- Ability to identify and resolve maintenance issues efficiently
- Understanding of workplace health and safety practices
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to manage workload effectively and work independently when required
- Reliable, flexible, and proactive approach to work
- Basic IT skills for communication and record-keeping
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Previous experience working within a school, academy, or educational environment
- Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH Working Safely or equivalent
- Experience carrying out basic trade tasks including carpentry, plumbing, or decorating
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures within schools
- Experience supporting building compliance and site inspections
In Return, We Offer
- A supportive and professional working environment
- Opportunities to work within well-established schools across Bromley and Southeast London
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Competitive rates of pay
- Temporary-to-permanent and permanent opportunities available
- Dedicated support from the Complete Classroom Services team
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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