School Caretaker
Posted 15 hours 4 minutes ago by Tradewind Recruitment
School Caretaker - Full-Time (Immediate Start After February Half Term)Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (with occasional travel to St Albans)Salary: £23,500 - £33,000+ per annum (depending on experience)Start Date: 23rd February
We are looking to appoint a reliable and practical School Caretaker to join our small alternative provision school in Hatfield, Hertfordshire from 23rd February, immediately after the February half term. This is a full-time role with split shifts available. While the caretaker will not be required to remain on site all day, the position is full-time and plays a vital role in ensuring the school site is safe, secure, and well-maintained.
If all goes well, this role has the potential to become a permanent opportunity for the right person in the next academic year.
Key Responsibilities:
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Unlocking and securing the school site at the beginning of the day
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Locking up and securing the site at the end of the school day
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Ensuring the safety and security of the premises
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Carrying out basic maintenance and minor repairs
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Maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
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Monitoring site security and reporting any concerns
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Supporting with health and safety checks
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Occasional travel to support our other site in St Albans
About You:
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Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
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Practical and hands-on with basic DIY and maintenance skills
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Able to work independently and manage your own workload
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Good communication skills and a friendly, professional manner
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Willing to be flexible with working hours (split shifts available)
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Full driving licence preferred due to occasional travel between sites
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary of £23,500 - £33,000+ per year
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Full-time employment with flexible working patterns
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A supportive and friendly working environment
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The opportunity for a permanent role in the next academic year
How to Apply:If you are dependable, proactive, and take pride in keeping a site safe and well-run, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short covering statement.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.