Premises Officer (Caretaker)

Premises Officer (Caretaker) – Secondary School – Southwark

 Location: Southwark, London
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Pay: £110 – £120 per day (Temp to Perm opportunity)
Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Temporary to Permanent (full-time basis)

A Great Opportunity to Join a Supportive School Team

We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Premises Officer to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Southwark. This is a temporary-to-permanent position, offering a long-term career path for the right candidate.

If you're experienced in building maintenance, caretaking, or site support—and take pride in keeping environments safe, clean, and running smoothly—we'd love to hear from you.

Premises Officer - Key Responsibilities

• Daily site checks and general repairs (plumbing, painting, basic electrics)
• Opening and locking the school premises each day
• Monitoring and maintaining health & safety standards, including fire safety checks
• Supporting visiting contractors and overseeing small works
• Ensuring school grounds are tidy, functional, and secure
• Responding to site-related emergencies during the day

Premises Officer – Key Attributes

• Experience in a maintenance or caretaking role (school experience a plus but not required)
• Good general DIY and repair skills
• Working knowledge of health & safety, COSHH, and fire safety practices
• A flexible, proactive approach and ability to work independently
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)
• DRIVERS LICENSE ESSENTIAL

Premises Officer -  Our benefits

• Day rate of £110–£120 (depending on experience)
• Opportunity to go permanent for the right candidate
• Supportive school environment and professional development
• Regular working hours – no shift work
• On-the-job training provided

How to Apply

To apply for this School Premises Officer opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a School Premises Officer, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful School Premises Officer will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This School Premises Officer post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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School Premises Officer – Exciting Opportunity in Southwark #INDADH22