A job that’s more than just fixing things
Beyond the hands-on work, school caretaking is about being part of a community. It’s about supporting schools, ensuring safe and welcoming environments, and being a trusted presence for staff and students. As a female caretaker, you’re not only keeping the school running smoothly—you’re also a role model for young girls, showing them that careers have no gender.
“I love to fix things and being around the children. They’re always really friendly with me and want to chat and ask me loads of questions. I really enjoy that interaction," explains Elizabeth.
Women are just as capable in caretaking work
Women bring essential skills to the role of a caretaker—practical problem-solving, organisation, and the ability to connect with students and staff alike. Our team is dedicated to matching caretakers, regardless of gender, with schools where they can truly make a difference.
Jan sums it up perfectly: “We’re just as capable of doing it as anybody else.”
Representation matters
For many children, particularly young girls, seeing a female caretaker or site manager is an important moment. It challenges long-held assumptions and inspires confidence that they can pursue any career they choose.
As Elizabeth shares: “I would recommend other women becoming a site manager or caretaker because females can do the role just as well as men. If you have those transferable skills, there’s no reason this role wouldn’t be perfect for you.”
Many of the women who join TIB Services also bring life experience and transferable skills from a wide range of industries, including the Armed Forces, engineering, trades, the emergency services and more.
Diversity goes beyond gender
At TIB Services, we know that diversity means more than just gender representation—it includes experience, age, and background. That’s why we are proud to be a Rest Less Age Inclusive Employer, supporting mature job seekers who bring a wealth of life and professional experience to their roles.
Our work with mature job seekers was recently recognised at the Recruiter Awards, where judges praised our commitment to helping individuals from diverse professional backgrounds find meaningful employment. We have also signed the Armed Forces Covenant and our commitment to helping the ex-forces community has recently been celebrated by the Soldiering On Awards.
Are you considering a role in school caretaking?
If you’re looking for a flexible, rewarding opportunity where you can be a role model, why not consider school caretaking? Hear more about the experiences of the two women in our video and find out how TIB Services can help you get started.
Watch Jan’s success story here.
Watch Elizabeth’s success story here.
