School Caretaker

School Caretaker Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary Long term contract School Caretaker – Join a Friendly Primary School Community We are recruiting on…

Pay rate £16.50 – £18/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 24 August 2026

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School Caretaker

Location: Sevenoaks, Kent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary Long term contract

School Caretaker – Join a Friendly Primary School Community

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and well-established, Popular Primary school tucked away within Sevenoaks, seeking a reliable, proactive and hands-on School Caretaker to join their site team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and well-presented environment where pupils and staff can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

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Opening and securing the school site each day.

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Carrying out general maintenance, repairs and DIY tasks.

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Ensuring the school buildings and grounds are safe, clean and well maintained.

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Completing regular health and safety checks.

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Assisting with room setups for school events and activities.

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Liaising with contractors and monitoring work carried out on site.

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Reporting maintenance issues and keeping accurate records.

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Supporting the school with compliance and site security.

The Ideal Candidate

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Previous experience in a caretaker, site supervisor, facilities or maintenance role.

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Good practical DIY and maintenance skills.

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Knowledge of health and safety procedures.

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Able to work independently and manage their workload effectively.

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Friendly, approachable and committed to providing an excellent service.

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Flexible, dependable and willing to support the wider school community.

Essential Requirements

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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

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Right to work in the UK.

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Previous experience in a similar maintenance or caretaking role.

What We Offer

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Competitive rates of pay.

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A supportive and welcoming school environment.

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Opportunity for a long-term or permanent position.

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Immediate start available for the right candidate.

If you're an experienced caretaker or maintenance professional looking for your next opportunity within a school setting, we'd love to hear from you.

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