Job Description

School Caretaker - Full-Time | Immediate Start Available

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Salary: £26,000 - £31,200 per year (or £100-£120 per day, PAYE + pension)
Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + paid Christmas closure
Start Date: ASAP

Are you ready to step into a key role where your work genuinely makes a difference every single day?

We're looking for a proactive, hands-on School Caretaker to join our welcoming alternative provision school in Hatfield. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a full-time position immediately, with a paid handover period during the Easter break to help you get started with confidence.

This role is critical to the smooth running of the school, offering real ownership of the site while benefiting from flexible split shifts. For the right person, there is a clear pathway for this position to become a permanent role in the next academic year.

Please note: A driver is essential due to split shifts and occasional travel to our St Albans site.

Why This Role Stands Out

  • Competitive salary of up to £31,200 per year
  • Paid holidays year-round, including Christmas closure
  • Flexible working pattern with split shifts
  • Supportive, close-knit school environment
  • Strong potential for a permanent long-term role
  • Immediate start with paid onboarding

What You'll Be Doing

  • Opening the school site from 7:30am and securing it at the end of the day
  • Taking responsibility for site safety, security, and overall upkeep
  • Carrying out basic maintenance and minor repairs
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
  • Supporting health and safety checks and compliance
  • Occasional travel to support the St Albans site

What We're Looking For

  • Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
  • Practical and hands-on with basic DIY or maintenance skills
  • Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • Friendly, professional, and a strong communicator
  • Flexible with working hours (split shifts)
  • Full driving licence preferred

Apply Now - Immediate Start

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and is looking for a stable, rewarding role within a supportive school setting.

Please send your CV along with a short covering statement. We are interviewing immediately and looking to appoint as soon as possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.