School Caretaker

35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, Immediate start

Salary: Scale 3 – Point 5 (approximately £28,803 per annum)

Inclusive of London Weighting Allowance & Ealing Supplement Allowance 

This post has a probationary period of six months

The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls seeks to appoint a School Caretaker to contribute towards the vision and effectiveness of a dedicated and successful school.

Main purpose of the post

To deputise for the Site Manager as appropriate. To assist the Site Manager in the provision of an efficient flexible caretaking service that meets the needs of all the users of the school premises, pupils, staff, parents, visitors and members of the community.

Duties and Responsibilities

To carry out duties at all times with due regard to the principles of Equal Opportunities

Site management operates on a shift-based system. Previous caretaking experience would be an advantage.

General

The post holder will be required to meet and relate to pupils, staff, parents, contractors, members of the public etc. and must therefore be able to deal with all people in a polite and courteous manner using common sense.

The post holder must have or be able to quickly acquire:

• The ability to work as part of the Site Management team and carry out duties as directed, including working flexible hours
• The ability to assume responsibility for Site Management duties whilst on duty and in the absence of other site staff
• Experience in and understanding of building maintenance requirements and the ability to carry out simple repairs and
• handyman tasks efficiently and effectively
• The ability to carry out cleaning functions as directed, manage cleaning staff and operate appropriate site machinery.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure
• Awareness and commitment to the school’s Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety Policies and wider ‘green issues
• A willingness to undertake a wide range of tasks related to premises not necessarily defined in the Job Description; to use
• initiative and to problem solve
• Basic ICT skills
• Good basic general education
• GCSE grade C or equivalent in Mathematics and English
• Trade knowledge of plumbing and/or electrical is advantageous but not essential

The Closing Date for the post is Friday 30 May 2025 at noon.

Recruitment Pack and Application Forms can be obtained from www.ellenwilkinson.ealing.sch.uk/1321/vacancies 

Applicants must complete a staff support application.  

Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online check and medical questionnaire.

The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls is a high achieving, creative and vibrant school superbly located in the heart of Ealing, where girls receive the encouragement and support to become successful, determined and confident young women. 

This year, the school achieved outstanding GCSE results including a Progress 8 of +0.98

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment.