BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES

Helping East Sussex’s schools thrive

East Sussex is home to over 150 primary schools, 20 secondary schools, and 20 special schools. With growing pupil numbers from developments in areas like Bexhill and Hailsham, these schools are under more pressure than ever - especially when it comes to maintenance. 

Finding skilled and dedicated school caretakers is essential, but comes with its own unique recruitment challenges - and that’s where we come in. As the only specialist school caretaker recruitment agency in East Sussex, we’re trusted to deliver tailored, reliable solutions for site management staffing. 

For schools, we simplify the process of finding exceptional site manager candidates. For candidates, we open doors to rewarding caretaker roles that make a real impact.

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VETTED CARETAKER RECRUITMENT

How to hire a school caretaker in East Sussex

Looking to hire a school caretaker in East Sussex? We specialise in recruiting reliable site staff for schools, trusts, nurseries, colleges, and universities across East Sussex’s local authority — including Brighton & Hove, Newhaven, Horsham and everywhere in between.

We offer both short-term cover and permanent school caretaker placements, providing schools with access to top-quality candidates when they need them. Here’s how we do this:
  • Targeted recruitment: We attract skilled, proactive individuals with a strong sense of community, mainly from backgrounds in the emergency services, military, engineering, or trades.
  • Rigorous interviews: Our Vetting & Safeguarding Specialists, all retired police officers, conduct thorough interviews to assess each candidates’ suitability for the role.
  • Pre-vetting: Every candidate undergoes Enhanced DBS and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) checks before starting.
  • Onboarding: Candidates receive full training in safeguarding, compliance, and health & safety, so they are fully prepared from day one.
CHOOSE A REWARDING ROLE

How to become a school caretaker in East Sussex

Explore rewarding school caretaker jobs in East Sussex, flexible around your current schedule. We’re looking for mature, reliable individuals with a can-do attitude and passion for the local community to join our team.

What we offer:
  • Flexible roles: Choose from full-time, part-time, temporary, or permanent school caretaker opportunities across East Sussex.
  • Fair pay & benefits: Reliable pay, mileage reimbursement beyond 10 miles, rolled-up holiday pay, pension contributions (where applicable), and paid lunch breaks for full working days.
  • Free training and checks: Including courses in safeguarding, compliance and health & safety, plus an Enhanced DBS.
FROM ALFRISTON TO UCKFIELD

Serving schools across East Sussex

We’re able to fill local school caretaker job vacancies with excellent candidates across the whole of East Sussex, including (but not limited to) the areas listed.

  • Alfriston
  • Battle
  • Bexhill
  • Crowborough
  • Eastbourne
  • Hailsham
  • Hastings
  • Heathfield
  • Lewes
  • Newhaven
  • Pevensey
  • Peacehaven
  • Polegate
  • Seaford
  • St Leonards
  • Rye
  • Telscombe
  • Uckfield
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Frequently asked questions

Here’s everything schools and candidates in East Sussex need to know.
  • Formal qualifications or previous experience in facilities management are not essential. We look for candidates with strong communication skills, practical abilities, and a knack for problem-solving — combined with a genuine passion for making a positive impact in their community. These qualities make an excellent school caretaker. Learn more.
  • Complete our simple enquiry form and our Resourcing Team will get in touch to talk through your needs. Every candidate is fully pre-vetted, including Enhanced DBS and KCSIE checks, and trained in safeguarding, compliance, and health & safety — ensuring a smooth, efficient recruitment process.
  • TIB Services is the UK’s only specialist recruitment agency focused solely on school caretakers and site management staff. With years of experience partnering with education providers, we bring a deep understanding of the unique challenges and requirements involved in recruiting for these vital roles.
  • Costs vary based on factors such as contract length, hours, and the type of role. Get in touch with us for a personalised quote tailored to your needs.
  • Local school caretakers play a vital role in ensuring schools operate smoothly. Our innovative recruitment process focuses on finding skilled candidates who are passionate about supporting East Sussex’s communities. All candidates are fully pre-vetted and trained in safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance, so they’re ready to make an immediate and positive impact at your school.

Take your next step with East Sussex’s
specialist caretaker recruitment agency

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