North West

Caretaker in Manchester

Temporary

Manchester, M9

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Closing date: 20/12/26

Caretaker (Primary School) – Manchester

Join us in keeping a welcoming and safe environment for children and staff at a friendly primary school based in the Manchester area. This temporary role is ideal for those who enjoy practical, hands-on work and want to play an important part in their local community. You’ll be responsible for general caretaking duties, including perimeter checks, updating the compliance system, carrying out compliance checks, litter picking, locking up the school, and handling both pro-active and reactive repairs and maintenance. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 1.30pm to 5.30pm, with some flexibility possible.

Pay: £13.45–£14.80 per hour (£15.07–£16.59 including rolled up holiday pay), paid monthly.

About TIB Services

We are a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of a local primary school to connect reliable people with rewarding caretaking roles.

Your Responsibilities

Keeping school areas clear and tidy, including litter picking and general maintenance
Carrying out regular compliance checks and recording them in the compliance system
Securing the site at the end of each day by locking up and performing perimeter checks
Pro-active and reactive repairs and minor maintenance tasks
Ensuring the school site is safe and ready for pupils, staff, and visitors

What We’re Looking For

Reliable, professional, and proactive approach
Strong DIY and practical skills
Understanding of the importance of safeguarding, compliance, and health & safety in a school setting
Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to the school community

Benefits

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community
Flexible, part-time hours – ideal for those looking for rewarding work post-retirement or semi-retirement
Reliable payment, monthly
Ongoing support from our team
Access to a range of temporary roles throughout the year

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.