Barking
School Caretaker \n\n • Hourly Rate: £19.00 (Umbrella) / £16.00 (PAYE)\n, • Location: Barking, East London\n, • Job Type: Working Monday to Friday 8am to 3pm \n\n We are seeking a dedicated Caretaker to join a vibrant school located near Barking, East London. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on and has a passion for maintaining a safe and welcoming school environment. \n Day-to-day of the role: \n\n • Locking up the site, setting the alarm\n, • Conducting weekly fire alarm checks and maintaining safety protocols\n, • Performing general repairs and maintenance tasks within the school\n, • Unblocking sinks and toilets, fixing door and window handles\n, • Carrying out painting and decorating tasks as needed\n, • Replacing toilet seats, putting up shelves, and pin boards\n, • Conducting daily health and safety checks to ensure a secure environment for students and staff\n, • Overseeing contractors on site and ensuring work is completed to standards\n, • Providing porterage services, moving furniture, and delivering parcels around the building\n, • Litter picking, sweeping up leaves, emptying bins, and replenishing supplies such as soap, paper towels, and hand sanitizer\n, • Maintaining the school grounds and performing all other duties as required\n\n Required Skills & Qualifications: \n\n • Previous experience in a caretaker or maintenance role is preferred\n, • Ability to perform physical tasks and handle various handyperson duties\n, • Knowledge of health and safety regulations\n, • Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks\n, • Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility\n, • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Competitive hourly rate with paid holiday scheme\n, • Health cash plan and access to REED discount club\n, • Eye test and spectacle vouchers\n, • Statutory sick pay, maternity, paternity, and adoption pay\n, • Parental leave and antenatal/pre-adoption appointment payment\n, • Opportunities for training and development\n\n Join REED, a leading provider of recruitment, training, and HR services, and be part of a team that values the difference people make. Apply now to become the Caretaker of a dynamic school community.