School Caretaker Basic Salary: £26,402 Contract: Full Time 38.5 hours per week (Part-time considered) Location: Haltwhistle and Brampton Benefits: 30 days Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash We are looking to recruit an experienced Caretaker to look after two schools. Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our schools in Haltwhistle and Brampton could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people. We will also consider candidates that are looking to work part - time and the option of a job share with a caretaker at each school. About the Schools North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 7-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with. Our school is now an Accredited SILVER Award Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School, and we gained our first Outstanding Ofsted inspection in 2014 Role responsibilities Provide caretaker services to two small to medium size school sites, a summary of tasks include: Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, which includes building and grounds; Carrying out cleaning, handy person activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, and minor repairs; Some supervision of school cleaning staff; Promoting health and safety around the schools Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and reporting any issues to the Head Teacher Carry out small repairs and DIY projects Arrange larger repairs and obtain quotes from contractors Carry out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages Arrange an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas and other frequently used spaces on school premises Take responsibility of the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels Maintain the security of the school premises as the main key holder Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of schools hours when necessary Check at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off Set security alarm systems, report any potential security breaches, and respond to any alarms or other call outs following agreed procedures Carry out regular checks of CCTV and alarm systems, locks, fire safety appliances, security gates and perimeter fencing, and ensure any necessary repairs are actioned Advise the Head Teacher on all matters relating to school's security and safety Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation Carry out and record regular health and safety checks, including on legionella risk, play equipment, safety equipment, and any hazards on school premises, report any problems to the Head Teacher Provide safe access to the school's in cold weather conditions Requirements Previous caretaking experience within a school environment Previous experience of building maintenance Previous experience of security including alarm systems Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations Basic DIY Skills Good Interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site Good literacy and numeracy skills Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children Full driving licence and access to own car Willingness to travel between both sites The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check for this position. North Lakes Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. INDRESHP PandoLogic.
Apr 05, 2026
Full time
School Caretaker Basic Salary: £26,402 Contract: Full Time 38.5 hours per week (Part-time considered) Location: Haltwhistle and Brampton Benefits: 30 days Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash We are looking to recruit an experienced Caretaker to look after two schools. Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our schools in Haltwhistle and Brampton could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people. We will also consider candidates that are looking to work part - time and the option of a job share with a caretaker at each school. About the Schools North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 7-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with. Our school is now an Accredited SILVER Award Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School, and we gained our first Outstanding Ofsted inspection in 2014 Role responsibilities Provide caretaker services to two small to medium size school sites, a summary of tasks include: Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, which includes building and grounds; Carrying out cleaning, handy person activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, and minor repairs; Some supervision of school cleaning staff; Promoting health and safety around the schools Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and reporting any issues to the Head Teacher Carry out small repairs and DIY projects Arrange larger repairs and obtain quotes from contractors Carry out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages Arrange an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas and other frequently used spaces on school premises Take responsibility of the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels Maintain the security of the school premises as the main key holder Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of schools hours when necessary Check at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off Set security alarm systems, report any potential security breaches, and respond to any alarms or other call outs following agreed procedures Carry out regular checks of CCTV and alarm systems, locks, fire safety appliances, security gates and perimeter fencing, and ensure any necessary repairs are actioned Advise the Head Teacher on all matters relating to school's security and safety Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation Carry out and record regular health and safety checks, including on legionella risk, play equipment, safety equipment, and any hazards on school premises, report any problems to the Head Teacher Provide safe access to the school's in cold weather conditions Requirements Previous caretaking experience within a school environment Previous experience of building maintenance Previous experience of security including alarm systems Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations Basic DIY Skills Good Interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site Good literacy and numeracy skills Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children Full driving licence and access to own car Willingness to travel between both sites The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check for this position. North Lakes Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. INDRESHP PandoLogic.
Self-Employed Delivery Driver (Driver + Porter) - London Are you a self-employed delivery driver looking for regular delivery routes on a flexible schedule? Shift works with a leading UK retail partner to provide delivery services across the London area. Drivers collect goods from retail stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes as part of scheduled delivery routes. Deliveries are completed as a two-person team consisting of the driver and a porter/helper. About the work Collection of goods from retail store locations Deliveries to residential addresses Pre-planned delivery routes managed through the Shift Provider App Routes available seven days a week What availability are we looking for? We have fixed, regular routes available every day. If you can work any of the below, please apply: Morning routes - Monday to Sunday Evening routes - Monday to Sunday Routes start from London retail store locations, covering delivery points across Greater London. What do you need? Right to work in the UK A valid UK driving licence A long wheelbase van suitable for two-person deliveries Vehicle insurance for hire and reward purposes Goods in transit insurance A smartphone to use the Shift App to receive and update bookings Drivers must provide a porter/helper to assist with deliveries. The porter is arranged and paid by the driver. If you are a self-employed driver with a long wheelbase van and a porter/helper looking for regular delivery routes in London, we encourage you to apply. Why Drive with Shift? Daily payments on defined payment terms Work that fits around your availability Opportunity to pick up additional routes on return legs or quieter days Join a growing community of 1000's of drivers! How it works: Apply below You will receive an email with instructions and links to download our app Download our app and set up your account A member of our team will call you to activate your profile Complete your first booking Then guess what? You can start earning! Who are Shift? Shift are a rapidly growing marketplace disrupting the logistics industry. Our teams create solutions using technology to solve everyday logistics problems. These solutions create opportunities for drivers, businesses, retailers and consumers to move big and bulky things in a way they haven't before. We use algorithms to match van and truck capacity of drivers already on the road to offer consumers and businesses a way to move anything, at any time, on their schedule. For customers and drivers, we create availability, flexibility and efficiency. Apply now to join a rapidly growing Driver platform that gives you the ability to choose your own schedule.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Self-Employed Delivery Driver (Driver + Porter) - London Are you a self-employed delivery driver looking for regular delivery routes on a flexible schedule? Shift works with a leading UK retail partner to provide delivery services across the London area. Drivers collect goods from retail stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes as part of scheduled delivery routes. Deliveries are completed as a two-person team consisting of the driver and a porter/helper. About the work Collection of goods from retail store locations Deliveries to residential addresses Pre-planned delivery routes managed through the Shift Provider App Routes available seven days a week What availability are we looking for? We have fixed, regular routes available every day. If you can work any of the below, please apply: Morning routes - Monday to Sunday Evening routes - Monday to Sunday Routes start from London retail store locations, covering delivery points across Greater London. What do you need? Right to work in the UK A valid UK driving licence A long wheelbase van suitable for two-person deliveries Vehicle insurance for hire and reward purposes Goods in transit insurance A smartphone to use the Shift App to receive and update bookings Drivers must provide a porter/helper to assist with deliveries. The porter is arranged and paid by the driver. If you are a self-employed driver with a long wheelbase van and a porter/helper looking for regular delivery routes in London, we encourage you to apply. Why Drive with Shift? Daily payments on defined payment terms Work that fits around your availability Opportunity to pick up additional routes on return legs or quieter days Join a growing community of 1000's of drivers! How it works: Apply below You will receive an email with instructions and links to download our app Download our app and set up your account A member of our team will call you to activate your profile Complete your first booking Then guess what? You can start earning! Who are Shift? Shift are a rapidly growing marketplace disrupting the logistics industry. Our teams create solutions using technology to solve everyday logistics problems. These solutions create opportunities for drivers, businesses, retailers and consumers to move big and bulky things in a way they haven't before. We use algorithms to match van and truck capacity of drivers already on the road to offer consumers and businesses a way to move anything, at any time, on their schedule. For customers and drivers, we create availability, flexibility and efficiency. Apply now to join a rapidly growing Driver platform that gives you the ability to choose your own schedule.
We are currently recruiting for Temporary Porters to work across luxury residential blocks in various locations around London. You would be working on a zero hour contract, providing both cleaning and front of house duties to the residents on site. Hours: 8-9 hour shifts, typically from 8am to 5pm Rate: £12.75 - £13.85 per hour + holiday pay- Double pay rates on Bank Holidays Duties: Welcoming residents and visitors into the building in a polite and friendly manner. Provide a presence in the building and in the main reception area. Report issues and deal effectively with complaints. Dealing with all residents requests and complaints efficiently. Must keep the front desk area clean and tidy. Sweep walkways; keep footpaths clean of leaves and rubbish. Litter picking throughout grounds as necessary and rubbish/recycling removal. Ensure the communal areas are always kept clean and tidy. Maintaining a log book of current and past contractors and on site visitors. We are ideally seeking candidates who have worked within the 4/5 hospitality sector and have luxury hotel or residential block experience. Please note if you have not heard back from us in two weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.
Apr 02, 2026
Seasonal
We are currently recruiting for Temporary Porters to work across luxury residential blocks in various locations around London. You would be working on a zero hour contract, providing both cleaning and front of house duties to the residents on site. Hours: 8-9 hour shifts, typically from 8am to 5pm Rate: £12.75 - £13.85 per hour + holiday pay- Double pay rates on Bank Holidays Duties: Welcoming residents and visitors into the building in a polite and friendly manner. Provide a presence in the building and in the main reception area. Report issues and deal effectively with complaints. Dealing with all residents requests and complaints efficiently. Must keep the front desk area clean and tidy. Sweep walkways; keep footpaths clean of leaves and rubbish. Litter picking throughout grounds as necessary and rubbish/recycling removal. Ensure the communal areas are always kept clean and tidy. Maintaining a log book of current and past contractors and on site visitors. We are ideally seeking candidates who have worked within the 4/5 hospitality sector and have luxury hotel or residential block experience. Please note if you have not heard back from us in two weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.
Looking for a part-time role where no two mornings are the same? We're hiring a reliable and personable Porter to join a well-managed residential development in Brighton. This is a front-of-house focused role, perfect for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is happy to roll up their sleeves when needed. The Role You'll be the face of the building - based at reception, assisting residents, handling deliveries, and ensuring everything runs smoothly day-to-day. From welcoming guests to keeping communal areas spotless, you'll play a key part in creating a safe, well-presented, and friendly environment. Key Responsibilities Acting as the main point of contact for residents and visitors Managing deliveries, logging and distributing post Maintaining cleanliness and presentation of reception and communal areas Carrying out daily inspections of the building Assisting with basic porter duties (bins, light maintenance, errands) Monitoring access, contractors, and general building security Handling calls, logging requests, and supporting with admin tasks Reporting maintenance and health & safety issues What We're Looking For Previous experience in concierge, porter, hospitality or similar Friendly, professional, and approachable manner Strong communication skills and attention to detail Able to work independently and take initiative Hands-on, flexible attitude with a willingness to help Comfortable multitasking in a front-facing role Working Hours Monday to Friday 8:00am - 12:00pm No bank holidays What's on Offer Annual salary of £13,220 20 days annual leave Supportive working environment with training provided If you're someone who enjoys delivering great service and being part of a community, we'd love to hear from you.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Looking for a part-time role where no two mornings are the same? We're hiring a reliable and personable Porter to join a well-managed residential development in Brighton. This is a front-of-house focused role, perfect for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is happy to roll up their sleeves when needed. The Role You'll be the face of the building - based at reception, assisting residents, handling deliveries, and ensuring everything runs smoothly day-to-day. From welcoming guests to keeping communal areas spotless, you'll play a key part in creating a safe, well-presented, and friendly environment. Key Responsibilities Acting as the main point of contact for residents and visitors Managing deliveries, logging and distributing post Maintaining cleanliness and presentation of reception and communal areas Carrying out daily inspections of the building Assisting with basic porter duties (bins, light maintenance, errands) Monitoring access, contractors, and general building security Handling calls, logging requests, and supporting with admin tasks Reporting maintenance and health & safety issues What We're Looking For Previous experience in concierge, porter, hospitality or similar Friendly, professional, and approachable manner Strong communication skills and attention to detail Able to work independently and take initiative Hands-on, flexible attitude with a willingness to help Comfortable multitasking in a front-facing role Working Hours Monday to Friday 8:00am - 12:00pm No bank holidays What's on Offer Annual salary of £13,220 20 days annual leave Supportive working environment with training provided If you're someone who enjoys delivering great service and being part of a community, we'd love to hear from you.
JOB TITLE : DAY PORTER LOCATION : LONDON W1 A large residential complex based in London s West End require a reliable and competent Front Desk Porter to provide a high level of customer service and security presence in a team based role - this role requires cover across rostered weekends and bank holidays. Good references are essential 1. PURPOSE To provide an efficient and courteous level of assistance and service at all times to all tenants of and visitors to the building; To provide on a 5 Days in 7 rotational basis, a security presence in the building and in the course of their duties ensure the safety and well-being of the tenants (Shits are 7am - 2pm or 2pm - 10-pm) 1.3 To assist the supervisor, as necessary, in the smooth and efficient running of the building. 2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following is a summary of the primary functions of the position. Full details of duties and responsibilities in relation to each function will be provided by the Supervisor Safety and Security To provide a manned presence in the reception area and to check all persons entering or leaving the building ensuring that unauthorised persons do not gain access; To make regular internal inspections of the building as directed by the supervisor and to report as required on any findings; To keep daily diary of events and activities which occur within the building and to record in a visitors book details of all visitors, contractors, suppliers and other persons; To make appropriate entries into the register books regarding pest control, maintenance items, appointments with the estate office staff to provide working information for the contractor/maintenance staff/office staff concerned; To complete the daily Incident Report and pass to the House Manager upon his arrival; To monitor CCTV and Interphone systems on Reception and to take any necessary appropriate action; To review the CCTV footage when requested by the Police and, if appropriate, print off pictures or download the footage for the Police to take away. General Duties To ensure a clean and smart personal appearance and presentation at all times and to wear the prescribed uniform with jacket buttoned when worn Protective clothing is to be worn as appropriate whenever necessary; To deal efficiently with arrivals and departure of tenants in accordance with instructions. Cleaning and Maintenance To carry out designated cleaning tasks as may be directed by the Night Supervisor; To instruct or call in appropriate contractors as circumstances demand to maintain the smooth running and integrity of the building and the safety and well-being of its occupants; To respond as appropriate to breakdowns and emergencies (full training will be given).
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
JOB TITLE : DAY PORTER LOCATION : LONDON W1 A large residential complex based in London s West End require a reliable and competent Front Desk Porter to provide a high level of customer service and security presence in a team based role - this role requires cover across rostered weekends and bank holidays. Good references are essential 1. PURPOSE To provide an efficient and courteous level of assistance and service at all times to all tenants of and visitors to the building; To provide on a 5 Days in 7 rotational basis, a security presence in the building and in the course of their duties ensure the safety and well-being of the tenants (Shits are 7am - 2pm or 2pm - 10-pm) 1.3 To assist the supervisor, as necessary, in the smooth and efficient running of the building. 2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following is a summary of the primary functions of the position. Full details of duties and responsibilities in relation to each function will be provided by the Supervisor Safety and Security To provide a manned presence in the reception area and to check all persons entering or leaving the building ensuring that unauthorised persons do not gain access; To make regular internal inspections of the building as directed by the supervisor and to report as required on any findings; To keep daily diary of events and activities which occur within the building and to record in a visitors book details of all visitors, contractors, suppliers and other persons; To make appropriate entries into the register books regarding pest control, maintenance items, appointments with the estate office staff to provide working information for the contractor/maintenance staff/office staff concerned; To complete the daily Incident Report and pass to the House Manager upon his arrival; To monitor CCTV and Interphone systems on Reception and to take any necessary appropriate action; To review the CCTV footage when requested by the Police and, if appropriate, print off pictures or download the footage for the Police to take away. General Duties To ensure a clean and smart personal appearance and presentation at all times and to wear the prescribed uniform with jacket buttoned when worn Protective clothing is to be worn as appropriate whenever necessary; To deal efficiently with arrivals and departure of tenants in accordance with instructions. Cleaning and Maintenance To carry out designated cleaning tasks as may be directed by the Night Supervisor; To instruct or call in appropriate contractors as circumstances demand to maintain the smooth running and integrity of the building and the safety and well-being of its occupants; To respond as appropriate to breakdowns and emergencies (full training will be given).
