School Caretaker - Twickenham, London

Location: Twickenham, London
Pay Rate: -1819 per hour
Hours: Rotating shifts
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Ongoing temporary assignment with the potential for permanent employment
Requirements: Enhanced DBS check required

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and proactive School Caretaker to join a school in Twickenham, London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced caretaker or a hands-on individual with a strong maintenance background who is looking for an ongoing role with the potential to secure permanent employment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a safe, clean, secure and well-maintained school environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role operates on a rotating shift pattern, with the following working hours:

• Early Shift: 6:30am - 2:30pm

• Day Shift: 8:00am - 4:00pm

• Late Shift: 10:00am - 6:00pm

Flexibility to work across all three shift patterns is essential.

• Opening and securing the school premises as required.

• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs and basic DIY tasks.

• Ensuring the school grounds and buildings are safe, tidy and well maintained.

• Conducting routine site inspections and reporting any maintenance or health and safety issues.

• Assisting with deliveries, setting up rooms and moving equipment when required.

• Monitoring site security and ensuring access procedures are followed.

• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school site.

• Responding promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.

• Previous experience in caretaking, facilities management, maintenance or a similar role is desirable.

• A practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills.

• Strong awareness of health and safety and site security.

• A reliable, flexible and professional attitude.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• An enhanced DBS check is required, with the appointment subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.