Caretaker – Primary School – Barnet

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A welcoming primary school in the London Borough of Barnet is seeking a dependable and hardworking Caretaker to join its support staff team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining school buildings and grounds while ensuring pupils, staff and visitors benefit from a safe, secure and well-presented environment.

Working alongside the Headteacher and Office Manager, you will oversee the daily upkeep of the school site, carrying out routine maintenance and ensuring facilities remain in excellent condition throughout the year. The successful candidate will be practical, organised and committed to maintaining the high standards expected across the school.

This is a rewarding position where your work will directly contribute to creating a positive learning environment for children every day.

School Information

This is a well-established primary school that prides itself on providing a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to flourish. The school has developed strong partnerships with families and the local community, creating a welcoming atmosphere where children feel happy, safe and motivated to learn.

Staff benefit from supportive leadership, regular professional development and a collaborative culture where everyone works together to provide the very best educational experience for pupils.

The school continues to invest in its buildings, outdoor learning spaces and facilities, ensuring children benefit from an environment that supports both learning and wellbeing.

Premises Team

The Premises Team plays an important role in maintaining the school's buildings and grounds while ensuring the site remains safe and fully operational throughout the year.

As Caretaker, your responsibilities will include:

• Opening and locking the school site.

• Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs.

• Completing regular health and safety inspections.

• Maintaining playgrounds, gardens and outdoor learning areas.

• Monitoring heating, lighting and alarm systems.

• Supporting contractors while they are working on site.

• Preparing halls and classrooms for school events.

• Reporting maintenance issues requiring specialist attention.

• Assisting with deliveries and furniture movement.

• Maintaining maintenance and compliance records.

• Responding promptly to maintenance requests from staff.

• Ensuring the school remains clean, safe and welcoming for pupils and visitors.

The successful candidate will become a valued member of the school community, helping ensure pupils enjoy a safe, well-maintained environment every day.

Requirements

• Previous caretaking, maintenance or facilities experience is desirable.

• Good practical maintenance and DIY skills.

• Understanding of basic health and safety procedures.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

• Ability to work independently.

• Reliable, flexible and professional approach.

• Commitment to safeguarding.

• Positive attitude and willingness to support the wider school community.

• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Application

To apply for this Caretaker position, please send your CV as soon as possible.