School Caretaker in Slough

Job Title: School Caretaker

Location: Slough

Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

Salary: £17–£18 per hour (depending on experience)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Interview: As soon as possible

About the Role

Complete Classroom Services is seeking to appoint a reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic School Caretaker to join a welcoming school in Slough.

This is a hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, security, and presentation of the school site. The successful candidate will help ensure the buildings and grounds remain safe, clean, secure, and well maintained, creating a positive environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within a school or similar environment and be confident carrying out general maintenance, health and safety checks, and site security duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Open and lock the school premises each day, ensuring the site is secure.
• Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs throughout the school.
• Conduct regular health and safety inspections, reporting any defects or hazards.
• Ensure the school buildings and grounds are clean, tidy, safe, and well maintained.
• Undertake basic plumbing, decorating, carpentry, and maintenance tasks as required.
• Monitor heating, lighting, and other building systems, reporting faults where necessary.
• Assist contractors on site and ensure work is carried out safely.
• Carry out routine checks on fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, and fire exits.
• Set up and clear away rooms, furniture, and equipment for school events and activities.
• Assist with deliveries and move furniture or equipment when required.
• Maintain external areas, including litter picking, sweeping, and basic grounds maintenance.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues and emergency situations.
• Maintain maintenance records and report any major repairs to the school leadership team.
• Comply with all safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working as a School Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities Assistant, or Maintenance Operative.
• Experience working within a school environment (preferred).
• Good practical maintenance and DIY skills across a range of trades.
• A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a school environment.
• A full, clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential).
• An enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A welcoming school community.
• A varied and rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the school environment.

How to Apply

Apply for role with your updated CV