School Caretaker

Horizon Teachers is working with a friendly school in Harringay to find a reliable, hands-on Caretaker. You'll keep the school safe, clean and welcoming for pupils, staff and visitors, and be a trusted part of the school community. The role Open and lock up the school each day, including setting and unsetting alarms Carry out daily site checks and report any health and safety issues Handle minor repairs and maintenance: changing bulbs, fixing furniture, touch-up painting and so on Keep the grounds tidy, including litter picking, gritting and clearing leaves Move furniture and set up halls for assemblies, events and exams Supervise contractors on site and make sure they follow the school's procedures Support the cleaning team and help with deep cleans in the holidays when needed Keep simple records such as fire alarm tests, water temperature checks and maintenance logsAbout you Experience as a caretaker, site assistant, handyperson or in facilities work (school experience ideal but not essential) Practical and confident with basic DIY and maintenance Reliable and punctual, happy to work split shifts, typically early mornings and after school A good understanding of health and safety, and security-minded Friendly and approachable with children, staff and parents Able to do physical work, including lifting and moving furniture Why Horizon Teachers? A dedicated consultant who knows local schools Competitive PAYE rates, paid weekly Temporary and long-term roles, with the chance to go permanent Regular, steady hours in a supportive school team Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education. xjnqpsq As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent