School Caretaker | Dagenham, East London

Remedy is looking to recruit an experienced School Caretaker to look after a fantastic primary school in Dagenham. Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, this school in Dagenham could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

School Caretaker | About the School

Our main goal in education is to help young people to reach their full potential. At Remedy we recognise the importance of specialist education and support for young people who need a tailored approach to learning.

With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the schools to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, and engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.

School Caretaker | Responsibilities

Provide caretaker services to a fantastic primary school, a summary of tasks include:

• Maintaining clean, safe, and secure school premises, which includes building and grounds.
• Carrying out cleaning, handy person activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, and minor repairs.
• Some supervision of school cleaning staff.
• Promoting health and safety around the school.
• Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school.
• Maintain the general school premises, furniture, and fittings, and reporting any issues to the Head Teacher.
• Carry out small repairs and DIY projects.
• Carry out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste.
• Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillage.
• Take responsibility of the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels.
• Maintain the security of the school premises as the main key holder.
• Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary.
• Check at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off.
• Advise the Head Teacher on all matters relating to school's security and safety.
• Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation.

School Caretaker | Requirements

• Previous caretaking experience within a school environment.
• Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Basic DIY Skills.
• Good Interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site.
• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.

Remedy is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Remedy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.