Assistant Caretaker

1. Maintenance and Repairs

• Perform maintenance and repair tasks (e.g., plumbing, painting, fixing equipment).

• Assist with identifying and reporting faults or damages to the Caretaker or Site Manager.

• Set up and dismantle equipment for school events or activities.

• Monitor heating, lighting, and ventilation systems, reporting issues when necessary.

1. Site Security

• Open and close the school premises, including locking/unlocking gates, doors, and windows.

• Ensure the premises are secure at all times, including responding to out-of-hours callouts.

• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of security measures, such as alarm systems and CCTV.

1. Cleaning and Hygiene

• Support cleaning staff and undertake cleaning duties as required, especially in emergencies.

• Ensure that communal areas, classrooms, and facilities are tidy and presentable.

• Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies, toiletries, and other consumables.

1. Grounds Maintenance

• Assist with maintaining outdoor spaces, such as playgrounds, sports fields, and gardens.

• Ensure safe and clear access to the site during adverse weather (e.g., gritting pathways during snow/ice).

1. Health and Safety Compliance

• Conduct regular health and safety checks, including fire alarms, emergency exits, and safety equipment.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and report any hazards or incidents.

• Support evacuation procedures and drills.

1. Logistics and Support

• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries securely.

• Help move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed.

• Provide support for school events, including setting up chairs, tables, or audiovisual equipment.

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated professional to work as an Assistant Caretaker in our successful and dynamic school.

All Saints Catholic SchoolBarking and Dagenham

Terling Road, Dagenham RM8 1JT

Full-time, Fixed term contract, Terling Road, Dagenham RM8 1JT, All Saints Catholic School Terling Road, Wood Lane, Dagenham Essex RM8 1JT United Kingdom

+44 208 2704242