School Caretaker

Optima Recruitment • Bushy Hill, Surrey, United Kingdom • Posted June 15, 2026

Location Bushy Hill, Surrey
Job Type Full-time
Category other-general
Posted June 15, 2026
Our client is seeking a trustworthy, reliable and hardworking Resident Caretaker who will enjoy working in a friendly school environment. This live-in role will be responsible for a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the smooth, efficient and effective running of the school including.
Job Description:
* Carrying out security procedures for school buildings and grounds.
* Specifically closing and lockdown of school premises, including gates, doors, windows, fire exits etc
* Checking the proper operation and function of alarms and fire equipment
* Reporting acts of vandalism and patrolling the site as requires
* Assisting with minor repairs as required
* Acting as a keyholder in cases of alarm activation out of normal school hours
* Responsible for the cleaning and safe and efficient working of the swimming pool plant
* Assist the Head groundsman for approximately 40% of the working day with grass cutting and leaf pick up i...

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