Job Description

🏫 School Caretaker - Long-Term Temporary Placement
Location: Tower Hamlets | Sector: Secondary Education | Via: Educational Recruitment Agency

We are currently working in partnership with a well-established secondary school in Tower Hamlets to recruit a reliable and experienced School Caretaker for a long-term temporary position. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to work in a school-based setting through a trusted education agency.

🔧 About the Role:

As a caretaker, you'll be a vital part of the school's day-to-day operations, ensuring the site remains secure, well-maintained, and supports a safe learning environment for staff and students.

Responsibilities include:

  • General maintenance, minor repairs, and health & safety checks

  • Site security including unlocking/locking the premises

  • Supervising external contractors and liaising with school staff

  • Ensuring cleanliness and readiness of school facilities

  • Supporting with setup and breakdown of school events and exams

✔️ Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience in a school or facilities/maintenance role

  • Knowledge of health and safety procedures

  • Reliable, proactive and able to work independently

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply through us)

📌 Position Details:

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • Contract: Long-term, temporary (via agency)

  • Hours: Full-time (may include early mornings or occasional evenings)

  • Location: Tower Hamlets, East London

🤝 Why Register With Us?

  • Ongoing support from a specialist consultant

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Opportunity for future placements in similar roles

  • Access to a network of schools across London