East Midlands

Caretaker in Derbyshire

Temporary

Derbyshire, DE3

Start immediately

Closing date: 22/12/26

Caretaker – Derbyshire (Temporary, Afternoons)

Join a friendly SEN school based in the Derbyshire area as a Caretaker, supporting the day-to-day running of the site. In this rewarding afternoon role, you’ll help with reactive maintenance, porterage, and general upkeep—working shoulder-to-shoulder with the on-site Site Manager. This position does not involve compliance duties, giving you the chance to focus on practical support and keeping areas clear and tidy for the school community.

Salary: £13.45 per hour (£15.07 per hour including rolled up holiday pay)
Hours: 13:00 – 18:00, Monday to Friday (temporary assignment)

About TIB Services

We are a recruitment agency acting for a school. We specialise in connecting schools with reliable, proactive caretakers who want to make a meaningful difference in their local community.

Your Responsibilities

Carrying out reactive maintenance and basic repairs across the site
Assisting with porterage tasks such as moving furniture and deliveries
Supporting the Site Manager with daily operations
Ensuring outside and inside areas remain clear and tidy
Helping to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for students and staff

What We're Looking For

Reliable, professional, and proactive approach to work
Good DIY skills and practical problem-solving ability
Understanding of the importance of safeguarding, compliance, and health & safety in a school setting
Clear communicator who enjoys making a positive impact in the community

Benefits

Reliable monthly payment
Negotiable working patterns and assignments
Ongoing support from our team
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community
Ideal for mature, semi-retired, or "unretiring" candidates seeking flexible, rewarding work

Trusted & Accredited

We welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds, and encourage mature candidates and those returning to work to apply. TIB Services is proud to be:

An Age Friendly Employer (Centre for Ageing Better)
Rest Less Age Inclusive Employer
REC Corporate Member
REC Audited Education award holder
Signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant
National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO) Partner
National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) Partner

How to Apply

Interested in this rewarding role? Please complete our short application form and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss next steps.

Join Us in Making a Difference

At TIB Services, we believe all staff and students deserve a safe and welcoming school environment. Your experience and reliability can help make that happen.

Disclosure requirement: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must not be barred from working in this role and will be required to disclose all convictions, including those that are spent and unspent, as part of the recruitment process.