School Caretaker

Job Title: School Caretaker

School: Downsview Primary and Nursery School

Grade Range: Grade 5 – Scp 13-15 (£33,012 - £33,987)

Contract: Fixed Term

Hours per week: 36 hours (10.30-6.30pm) - Full-time – All Year Round – 1hour UNPAID lunch break

Reports to: Site Manager

We are looking for a reliable and trustworthy individual to join our dedicated team as an Assistant Caretaker at our vibrant and inclusive primary school in Croydon. Our welcoming, dog-friendly school community thrives on positivity, and we are seeking someone who is committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and functional environment for both staff and students. If you're proactive, dependable, and passionate about upholding a secure and supportive space for all, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities: Please note: Additional responsibilities will be assigned based on the needs of the school (please see ).

• Maintenance: Assist with daily maintenance tasks, including general cleaning, clearing pathways of snow and ice, and carrying out minor repairs.
• Health and Safety: Proactively uphold health and safety standards across the school site.
• Security: Ensure the premises are secure by locking doors, windows, gates, and conducting a security sweep before locking up and setting the alarm at the end of the day.
• Room Setup: Set up and clear rooms for events, move equipment, and ensure spaces are prepared for use.
• Cleaning Supervision: Oversee in-house cleaners, manage cleaning rotas, and provide necessary communication in the absence of the Site Manager.
• Deputising for the Site Manager: Step into the Site Manager’s role when needed, ensuring tasks are prioritised and completed efficiently.
• Fire Warden Duties: Undertake fire warden responsibilities during fire drills and alarms, ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Additional Responsibilities (full duties can be found in the FULL document):

Opening and closing school buildings, gates, and internal rooms.

Managing heating and lighting systems, maintaining relevant documentation.

Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance tasks as instructed by the Site Manager.

Key Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively.

Basic maintenance and handyman skills.

Positive, friendly attitude with a good sense of humour.

Strong verbal communication skills, able to work well with staff, students, and external contractors.

Good physical fitness and stamina to meet the demands of the role.

Additional Information:

Holidays: Holidays must be taken during non-term time. The Christmas break is a compulsory holiday period.

Training: A willingness to undertake relevant training courses for the role will be required.

Closing Date for applications : 24th September 2025 (Please also submit a Supporting Statement

Interviews: 1st October 2025