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Caretaker in Hertfordshire

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Hertfordshire, SG4
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Closing date: 07/12/26

Caretaker – Primary School (Hertfordshire)

We are seeking a reliable and proactive caretaker to support a friendly primary school based in the Hertfordshire area. This temporary, part-time role involves working every Wednesday from 8am to 4pm, ensuring the site is safe, tidy, and well-maintained while the regular caretaker is unavailable. You will be responsible for weekly checks, testing fire alarms, carrying out water checks, window cleaning, repairs and maintenance, as well as inspecting perimeter gates and fencing. Experience working as a school caretaker and the ability to work independently is highly valued for this position.

Pay: £13.45 per hour (£15.07 per hour including rolled up holiday pay) – paid monthly.

About TIB Services

We are a specialist recruitment agency acting for a local primary school, connecting schools across Hertfordshire with trustworthy, proactive caretakers and site staff.

Your Responsibilities

  • Carrying out weekly site checks
  • Testing fire alarms and logging results
  • Water checks for site safety
  • Keeping windows clear and tidy
  • Minor repairs and general maintenance
  • Inspecting gates, fencing, and perimeter areas

What We’re Looking For

  • Reliable, professional, and proactive approach
  • Good DIY and maintenance skills
  • Experience in a school caretaking or similar environment
  • Understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and health & safety requirements
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Benefits

  • Reliable monthly payment
  • Ongoing support from our team
  • Flexible, part-time hours
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community

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.

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