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Apprentice Caretaker Assistant

Wimbledon College · London · Merton

Job description

Wimbledon College is seeking a reliable, motivated, and proactive individual to join our dedicated site team as an Apprentice Caretaker Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in facilities management, gaining hands-on experience at our historic school site while earning a professional qualification.

Working under the guidance of our Site Supervisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and visitors.

What You'll Do:

  • Security & Safety: Assist with locking/unlocking the premises, conduct security patrols, and train as an emergency Fire Marshall.
  • Maintenance & Grounds: Carry out minor repairs (carpentry, doors, windows), maintain school grounds, and tackle seasonal tasks like winter snow clearing.
  • Operations & Logistics: Support the setup of rooms for school events and external lettings, assist with deliveries, and safely move furniture.
  • Compliance & Hygiene: Monitor cleaning standards, restock supplies, and maintain essential health and safety logs.

Why Apply?

  • Earn While You Learn: Receive a competitive salary of £17,940 per year (£11.50/hr)—significantly above the standard National Minimum Wage for apprentices.
  • Professional Qualification: Gain a Level 2 Facilities Services Operative qualification with specialist training delivered by GLP Training.
  • Future Prospects: Successful completion opens up potential for permanent employment within our site team or progression into facilities management.
  • Supportive Environment: Work within a school community that prides itself on Cura Personalis (care for the whole person).

Please Note: As this role is based within a school, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and must support the school’s distinctive Jesuit ethos.

About this school

Wimbledon College

Voluntary aided school · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Not rated
Pupils
1,258
Avg teacher salary
£65,438
Pupil:teacher ratio
18.6:1

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Location

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London, Merton, SW19 4NS