School Caretaker

Job Title: School Caretaker

Location: Slough, SL3
Salary: £16.00–£16.61 per hour, Depending on Experience
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Temporary/Permanent
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm
Company: Complete Classroom Services

About the Role

Complete Classroom Services is seeking an experienced, reliable and hands-on School Caretaker to join a school in Slough, SL3. This role is ideal for a candidate with previous school caretaker experience and strong practical skills in building maintenance, groundskeeping and general site management.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the school premises and outdoor areas remain safe, secure, clean and well-maintained. You will be responsible for carrying out routine site inspections, completing minor repairs, maintaining the school grounds and responding promptly to day-to-day maintenance issues.

We are looking for someone proactive and practical who takes pride in maintaining high standards across the school site and can work independently while supporting the wider school team.

Candidates must have previous school caretaker experience, strong maintenance and groundskeeping skills, and be available to start as soon as possible.

An Enhanced DBS check is essential. Applicants must either hold a suitable Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new Enhanced DBS check.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily site inspections to identify maintenance issues and ensure the school premises remain safe and operational.
• Undertake general building maintenance, minor repairs, basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and other practical tasks.
• Maintain school grounds, including lawns, gardens, playgrounds, pathways, entrances and external communal areas.
• Carry out groundskeeping duties, including grass cutting, weeding, hedge trimming, leaf clearance and general outdoor upkeep, as required.
• Ensure the school buildings, classrooms, corridors, furniture and equipment are maintained to a high standard.
• Monitor the condition of the premises and grounds, reporting significant defects or repair requirements promptly.
• Check doors, windows, gates, fencing and other security features to ensure the site remains secure.
• Assist with opening and securing the school site in accordance with established procedures.
• Carry out routine visual checks of fire exits, emergency lighting and other safety-related equipment, reporting any concerns.
• Support room setups, furniture moves and classroom arrangements when required.
• Monitor heating, ventilation and water systems, reporting faults to the appropriate person.
• Assist contractors and maintenance teams with site access and ensure work areas are kept safe.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance tasks, inspections and outstanding repairs.
• Respond promptly to requests from school staff and help resolve day-to-day facilities issues.
• Follow school health and safety, safeguarding and site management procedures at all times.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a School Caretaker within a school or educational setting.
• Strong practical maintenance skills, including experience carrying out general building repairs and routine upkeep.
• Strong groundskeeping experience, with the ability to maintain outdoor areas, playgrounds, pathways and landscaped spaces.
• A good understanding of site safety, security and general facilities maintenance.
• The ability to identify faults, assess maintenance requirements and take appropriate action.
• A proactive, reliable and flexible approach, with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage daily responsibilities effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work professionally with school staff and contractors.
• Basic IT and record-keeping skills.

Essential Safeguarding Requirements

An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position.

Applicants with an existing Enhanced DBS must have it registered on the DBS Update Service and meet the school's requirements.

Applicants without a suitable Enhanced DBS must be willing to apply for a new check.

Candidates must comply with the school's safeguarding policies and pre-employment screening procedures.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Experience maintaining school grounds and outdoor facilities.

Practical skills in carpentry, plumbing, decorating or general building maintenance.

A relevant health and safety qualification, such as IOSH Working Safely, or equivalent practical experience.

Experience assisting with site inspections, fire safety checks and building maintenance records.

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures within an educational environment.

What We Offer

Competitive pay of £16.00–£16.61 per hour, depending on experience.

An immediate start for the successful candidate.

Full-time, weekday working hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm.

The opportunity to work within a school environment in Slough, SL3.

Temporary employment with potential permanent opportunities.

A varied, hands-on role utilising and developing your maintenance and groundskeeping skills.

Dedicated recruitment support from Complete Classroom Services.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced School Caretaker with strong maintenance and groundskeeping skills and are available to start immediately, we would love to hear from you

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