School Caretaker

Posted 12 January 2026
Salary £16 - £18 per hour
LocationNewham
Job type Temporary
Discipline Primary Education
ReferenceSC26_1768212390

Job description

School Caretaker - Split Shift

Location: Newham, East Ham, London (between two nearby schools)
Hours:
* Morning: 6:30am - 9:30am
* Afternoon/Evening: 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Contract: Ongoing / Long-term
Start: ASAP

About the Role

We are working with two friendly schools in East Ham who are looking for a reliable and hands-on School Caretaker to support the day-to-day running of their sites. This is a split-shift role, ideal for someone local and experienced in school or site management environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Opening and securing the school buildings

  • Basic maintenance and minor repairs

  • Health & Safety checks and site inspections

  • Setting up rooms and halls as required

  • Grounds maintenance and litter picking

  • Supporting fire safety procedures and alarms

  • Liaising with school staff and contractors

Requirements

  • Previous caretaker or site assistant experience (school experience preferred)

  • Good understanding of Health & Safety

  • Reliable, punctual, and practical

  • Able to work independently across two sites

  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Apply?

  • Consistent split-shift hours

  • Long-term opportunity

  • Supportive school environments

  • Local East Ham locations

Interested?
Apply now or get in touch with Aaron Deacon at Remedy Recruitment