We are looking for a practical, dependable Premises Officer to join our busy site team and keep our school running smoothly. You will tackle a wide variety of hands-on maintenance tasks while enjoying a supportive local environment, fantastic public sector benefits, and great job security.
Job Title: Premises Officer / Caretaker
- Salary: £32,070 - £33,987 (Band 5, pay award pending)
- Hours: Full Time, Permanent (36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)
- Closing Date: Monday 3rd August 2026 (9:00 AM)
About Us
East Barnet School is a large, thriving secondary school in North London with a supportive community and fantastic facilities. We are looking for a practical, dependable Premises Officer to join our busy site team.
What You Will Be Doing
- Maintenance & Repairs: Carrying out a wide range of practical, hands-on handyperson tasks across the school site.
- General Upkeep: Managing recycling, setting up rooms/assemblies, responding to spillages, and solving day-to-day operational problems.
- Safety & Standards: Ensuring all work complies with Health & Safety guidelines while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.
What We Are Looking For
- Strong practical maintenance or handyperson skills.
- A proactive, "can-do" attitude and the ability to use your initiative.
- Reliability, a strong work ethic, and comfort working both independently and as part of a team.
- Professionalism when dealing with staff, students, and contractors.
Why Work With Us?
- Great Pension: Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Perks & Discounts: Access to the Blue Light Card, Teacher Discounts, and salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, tech, etc.).
- Wellbeing Support: Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to on-site perks like Costa Coffee in our Sixth Form Cafe.
- Convenient Location: Free on-site gated parking, secure bike racks, and within walking distance of local train, underground (Northern/Piccadilly lines), and overground stations.
How to Apply
Ready to join a supportive, friendly local team?
Apply online via TES here: www.tinyurl.com/EBSCaretaker
The job description is also available on the TES. Please give us examples of how you meet the criteria.
EBS is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices. An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,070.00-£33,987.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
