Location: Thames View Junior School, Bastable Avenue, Samuel Ferguson Place, Barking, IG11 0TR
Job Type: Permanent (Full-time or Part-time)
Hours: 27.5 hours per week, year-round
Pay: From £16.59 per hour
Start Date: As soon as possible
Join Our Team
Thames View Junior School is seeking two dependable and motivated Caretakers to help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors.
Available Shifts
- Morning Shift: 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM (includes a 1-hour lunch break)
- Afternoon Shift: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM (includes a 1-hour lunch break)
Weekend work and additional hours may be available in the future.
Key Responsibilities
- Open and close the school buildings.
- Ensure the school site is safe, secure, and well-maintained.
- Carry out routine maintenance and minor repair work.
- Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the school premises.
- Assist with setting up and supporting school events when required.
- Respond promptly to maintenance and health and safety issues.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Reliable, hardworking, and trustworthy.
- Proactive with good problem-solving skills.
- Experienced in basic maintenance and general repairs.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment.
- A good communicator with a positive attitude.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay starting from £16.59 per hour.
- Permanent, year-round employment.
- Opportunities for additional hours and future weekend work.
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- A positive workplace within a school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (November 2021).
- Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils and a calm learning environment.
- A proud UNICEF Rights Respecting School.
Safeguarding
Partnership Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and a comprehensive pre-employment screening process.
School Visits
Prospective applicants are welcome to visit the school before applying. To arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher, Mr James Smith, on 020 4511 9240 or email office@thamesviewjunior.com.
Application Deadline
Closing Date: 26 November 2025
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Work Location: On-site, Barking, IG11 0TR