CREATING VALUABLE OPPORTUNITIES

Connecting Hertfordshire’s schools with exceptional candidates

Hertfordshire has a thriving education sector, including over 400 primary schools, 80 secondary schools, and various independent and special schools. At TIB Services, we can match skilled individuals with full-time, part-time, and flexible caretaker job opportunities throughout the variety of Hertfordshire’s schools.

And as the only specialist school caretaker recruitment agency in Hertfordshire, we work with local education providers - including colleges, nurseries and more - to help them find exceptional site staff. 

Our recruitment process ensures we match the right candidates with the right roles, providing schools with site managers who are ready to hit the ground running, and candidates with fulfilling opportunities.

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CHOOSE A REWARDING ROLE

How to become a school caretaker in Hertfordshire

We treat you as an individual, taking the time to understand your skills and motivations. Our dedicated Candidate Relationship Team provides personalised support throughout your job search journey, ensuring you find the perfect role in a supportive school environment. 

We’re seeking mature, responsible candidates with a can-do attitude and a passion for their community to support Hertfordshire’s schools. Benefits include:
  • Flexible opportunities: Choose from full-time, part-time, temporary or permanent school caretaker roles in Hertfordshire.
  • Fair compensation: Reliable pay, mileage for over 10 miles, rolled-up holiday pay, pension contributions (where applicable) and paid lunch breaks on full days.
  • Free training and checks: Including courses in safeguarding, compliance and health & safety, plus an Enhanced DBS.
YOUR TRUSTED STAFFING SOLUTION

How to hire a school caretaker in Hertfordshire

We are committed to helping educators like you hire reliable, experienced, KCSIE pre-vetted school site staff in Hertfordshire, including caretakers, site managers and facilities officers.

We’re able to supply short-term cover and permanent hires. Here’s how we deliver the best candidates:
  • Targeted recruitment: We attract community-minded individuals with backgrounds in the emergency services, military, engineering and trades with a can-do attitude.
  • Rigorous interviews: Our Vetting & Safeguarding Specialists, all retired police officers, conduct in-depth interviews to assess their suitability for the roles.
  • Pre-vetting: All our site managers undergo Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) checks in advance.
  • Onboarding: Training in safeguarding, compliance, and health & safety ensures they’re ready from day one.
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Serving schools across Hertfordshire

We’re able to find candidates rewarding work in local schools across the whole of Hertfordshire, including (but not limited to) the locations listed.

  • Berkhamsted
  • Bishop’s Stortford
  • Borehamwood
  • Broxbourne
  • Buntingford
  • Hatfield
  • Hertford
  • Hitchin
  • Letchworth
  • Potters Bar
  • Royston
  • Sawbridgeworth
  • St Albans
  • Stevenage
  • Tring
  • Watford
  • Welwyn Garden City
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Frequently asked questions

For candidates and schools alike, here’s what you need to know.

  • Formal qualifications and specific facilities management experience are not mandatory for school caretaker positions. We prioritise candidates with:

    • Excellent communication skills
    • Strong problem-solving abilities
    • Practical DIY skills

     

    Above all, we value a genuine desire to contribute positively to the school community. Learn more.

  • Start by submitting our short enquiry form. Our Resourcing Team will then contact you to discuss your specific requirements. We handle all Enhanced DBS and KCSIE checks, ensuring all candidates are pre-vetted and have completed safeguarding, workplace safety compliance, and health and safety training in advance.
  • TIB Services is the UK's only specialist caretaker recruitment service dedicated to schools. We have an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges involved in hiring for these roles and what makes an excellent candidate.
  • The cost of hiring a caretaker can vary based on factors such as hours, specific responsibilities, and the length of the contract. Contact us for a personalised quote.
  • Local caretakers play a vital role in the smooth operation of schools. We have unparalleled insights into the hiring challenges and the qualities that make a candidate successful. Our caretakers are ready to make a valuable contribution to your school from their first day.

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specialist caretaker recruitment agency

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