Caretaker / Facilities Assistant


Company:	Search Consultancy LTD
Salary:	£13.74 to £13.74 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Islington, N1 0AA
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	11 Nov 2026
Closing date:	11 Dec 2026

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Summary

Location: Highbury & Islington, London

Salary: £13.76 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Contract: Temporary to Permanent

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Caretaker / Facilities Assistant to join a busy Head Office team based in Highbury & Islington. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and proactive individual looking to secure a long-term position, with the potential to become permanent following a successful temporary period.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running, presentation, safety and maintenance of the office premises and external areas.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out routine building inspections and report any maintenance issues.

* Liaise with contractors and service providers, obtaining quotes where required and ensuring work is completed to a high standard.

* Act as a keyholder and support building security procedures.

* Conduct regular health & safety and fire safety checks, maintaining accurate records.

* Monitor and maintain fire alarm and intruder alarm systems.

* Undertake minor repairs and general maintenance tasks.

* Ensure office, welfare facilities and shared external areas are kept clean, tidy and well-presented.

* Maintain adequate stocks of cleaning, washroom and facilities supplies.

* Support the management of stores, including receiving, packing and dispatching stock items.

* Respond appropriately to emergency situations during working hours and liaise with emergency services when required.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

* Have previous experience in a caretaking, maintenance, facilities or building services role.

* Be confident carrying out basic repairs and maintenance work.

* Have a good understanding of health & safety requirements within a workplace environment.

* Possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

* Be able to work independently and manage a varied workload.

* Have good communication skills and be comfortable liaising with contractors and colleagues at all levels.

* Be reliable, proactive and hands-on in their approach.

What's on Offer?

* £13.76 per hour

* Monday to Friday working pattern - no weekends

* Convenient Highbury & Islington location

* Opportunity to secure a permanent role

* Varied and rewarding position within a supportive office environment

Interested? Apply today with your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Caretaker / Facilities Assistant seeking a temp-to-perm role with a well established business.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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