Job Description
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:
* Unlocking and securing the school site at the beginning of the day
* Locking up and securing the site at the end of the school day
* Ensuring the safety and security of the premises
* Carrying out basic maintenance and minor repairs
* Maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
* Monitoring site security and reporting any concerns
* Supporting with health and safety checks
* Occasional travel to support our other site in St Albans
About You:
* Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
* Practical and hands-on with basic DIY and maintenance skills
* Able to work independently and manage your own workload
* Good communication skills and a friendly, professional manner
* Willing to be flexible with working hours (split shifts available)
* Full driving licence preferred due to occasional travel between sites
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary of £23,500 - £33,000+ per year
* Full-time employment with flexible working patterns
* A supportive and friendly working environment
* 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.