Caretaker

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom St Margaret's School Hampstead Full time

ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL

CARETAKER VACANCY


We are a small, friendly and high achieving girls' school in Hampstead, North London looking for a full/part time Caretaker for a July/August 2023 start.

Hours are flexible but will include working Saturday mornings.
Salary will be in the region of £28,000 to £32,000 per annum FTE with 7 weeks holiday.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Open and secure the buildings when required, checking all evacuation routes and emergency exits are clear. Always make a note of any problems or damage and report them to the Bursar. Locking up of the site can be at late hours.
  • Operate security alarms and be a key holder for the premises. Attend the premises if called out which can be at any time.

Keyholders are listed in the following order:

  • Principal
  • Bursar
  • Caretaker
  • Unlock, open, close and lock gates as required. Maintain security being vigilant for any strangers or visitors on the site and checking their identity. Site access points are only to be open if they are supervised. Supervise gates when required as a visible presence actively communicating with visitors.
Operate fire alarms and carry out set duties during drills and evacuations.

  • Make sure fire doors are free to operate, turn off lights when they are not required, secure door and windows as required and adjust radiator valve temperatures so that areas do not overheat.
  • Carry out repairs, maintenance and redecoration as required. Follow work schedules.
  • Organise emergency repairs as required.
  • Prepare for all events taking place in the School and fully co-operate with staff and letting representatives who are responsible for the event.
  • Provide access for approved lets, oversee their use and lock up as required. Lets must follow the security arrangements that are in place.
  • Keep school areas free from rubbish and leaves with special attention to entrance areas including the pavement outside the School main entrances. Walk the site early mornings to prior to staff and pupil arrival. Empty bins, clear up spillages or sickness and carry out cleaning as required.
  • Collect lost property and pass it to the appropriate School office.
  • Carry out the movement of furniture and equipment.
  • Undertake any necessary action as directed in the event of bad weather or emergency e.g. clearing of snow or ice from paths, dealing with floods, fires, break-ins, removal of graffiti etc.
  • Work with other caretakers, cleaning and catering staff.
  • Liaise with contractors working on site or visitors. This could include escorting them around the site.
  • Use and maintain 2 way radio to keep in contact at all times or via mobile phone.
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  • Receive and distribute deliveries and equipment to all departments.
  • Move and maintain school minibuses.
  • Occasional transport of pupils to local sports facilities.
  • Deliver internal mail and packages around the site.
  • Carry out monthly meter readings for gas, water and electricity.
  • Work with the other caretakers in covering shifts and duties if other caretaking staff are off.
  • Maintain Key cupboard.
  • Report any accidents, incidents or near misses.
  • Ensure that all Health and Safety requirements are followed including lone working procedures, manual handling, wearing personal protective equipment, safe storage of chemicals and equipment etc. Attend training as needed to effectively carry out your duties.
  • The essence of working within any successful team revolves around enthusiasm and willingness to co-operate wherever necessary within the team. The above points outline the principal duties involved. Carry out other duties as reasonably required or requested by your line manager or other senior members of staff.
  • Maintain Smartlog checks set up on maintenance system (please see Appendix A).

Safeguarding of students and Duty of Care

All staff, regardless of role, level of seniority and location, have a responsibility to ensure the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We must collectively create an environment where children feel safe to learn, play, and grow.

Children should feel comfortable in their surroundings and know that they can approach any responsible adult with any problems or concerns.


All staff must be able to identify any children who are at risk of harm, and know the characteristics of abuse or neglect.

If you suspect or confirm harm then it is essential you know what actions to take.


The duties may be varied to meet the changing demands of the School at the reasonable discretion of the Bursar.

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