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School Caretaker - Full-Time (Start Date: 13th April)
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (with occasional travel to St Albans)
Salary: £23,500 - £33,000+ per annum (depending on experience)
Start Date: 13th April (with paid training and handover during the Easter break)

We are seeking a dependable and practical School Caretaker to join our small alternative provision school in Hatfield. This full-time position will commence on 13th April, with paid training and handover arranged before and/or across the Easter break to ensure a smooth transition into the role.

This is a full-time post with flexible split shifts available. While you will not be required to remain onsite throughout the entire day, the role is essential in maintaining a safe, secure, and well-presented school environment.

For the right candidate, there is strong potential for this position to become permanent in the next academic year.

Key Responsibilities:

Opening and unlocking the school site each morning (from 7:30am)

Securing and locking the premises at the end of the school day

Ensuring the safety and security of the school grounds and buildings

Carrying out basic maintenance tasks and minor repairs

Maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment

Conducting routine site checks and reporting any issues

Assisting with health and safety compliance

Occasional travel to support our additional site in St Albans

About You:

Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy

Practical and hands-on, with basic DIY and maintenance skills

Able to work independently and manage your own workload effectively

Friendly, professional, and confident communicator

Flexible with working hours (split shifts available)

Full driving licence preferred due to travel between sites

What We Offer:

Competitive salary of £23,500 - £33,000+ per year (depending on experience)

Full-time employment with flexible working patterns

Paid training and structured handover period

Supportive and welcoming team environment

Opportunity for a permanent position in the next academic year

How to Apply:

If you are proactive, dependable, and take pride in maintaining a safe and well-run environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a brief covering statement.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.

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