IMMEDIATE START AFTER EASTER - SITE MANAGER / CARETAKER (FULL-TIME) - HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE - £26,000-£31,200 / £100-£120 PER DAY - 52 WEEKS PAID + 25 DAYS LEAVE + BANK HOLIDAYS + CHRISTMAS BREAK - DRIVER REQUIRED - STARTING 13TH APRIL 2026 OR ASAP
About the Role
We are urgently seeking a reliable and practical Site Manager / Caretaker to join a small alternative provision school in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. This is a full-time position with split shifts, starting immediately after Easter, including a one-week paid handover during the school break.
This is a key role responsible for the overall management, safety, security, and maintenance of the school site. While you will not need to remain on site all day, your presence is essential at the start and end of each day.
There is strong potential for this position to become permanent in the next academic year for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Opening the school site from 7:30am and securing it at the end of the day
* Overseeing the safety, security, and day-to-day management of the premises
* Carrying out basic maintenance and minor repairs
* Ensuring the site remains clean, safe, and welcoming
* Monitoring site security and reporting concerns
* Supporting and maintaining health and safety standards and checks
* Occasional travel to a second site in St Albans
About You
* Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
* Practical with strong DIY and maintenance skills
* Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
* Good communication skills with a professional, approachable manner
* Flexible with working hours (split shifts required)
* Full UK driving licence preferred due to travel between sites
What We Offer
* £26,000 - £31,200 per annum (£100-£120 per day PAYE + pension)
* Full-time role with flexible working patterns
* 52 weeks paid, including 25 days annual leave
* Paid bank holidays and Christmas closure period
* Supportive and friendly working environment
* Opportunity to secure a permanent position
How to Apply
If you are dependable, proactive, and take pride in maintaining a safe and well-run environment, apply now with your CV and a short covering statement. Early applications are strongly encouraged due to the urgent start date.
For more information, please call Carlo in our St Albans office on (phone number removed) or email
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A DBS application will be required prior to the start date, and all successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.
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