Caretaker - Caring School In Chelmsford, Essex

Marchant Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a reliable School Caretaker for a well-established school in Chelmsford, Essex. This full-time, permanent role involves hands-on site maintenance to support a safe and clean learning environment for students and staff.

You will work with the site team and senior leadership, perform routine maintenance, health and safety checks, and respond to daily site needs with a proactive, practical approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as a caretaker, site assistant, or in general maintenance (preferred).
• Foundational understanding of building maintenance and health & safety standards.
• Hands-on, practical approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe, secure, and well-presented school site at all times.
• Managing day-to-day building maintenance and general upkeep.
• Collaborating closely with the site team and senior leadership to ensure smooth school operations.
• Fostering a positive, well-maintained environment conducive to learning

Skills

Caretaking experience

Health & safety knowledge

Problem-solving

Independent working

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Are you handy around a building, great at solving problems, and looking for a meaningful role in a welcoming school environment? A well-established school in Chelmsford, Essex is seeking a reliable and proactive School Caretaker to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis starting as soon as possible.

In this hands-on position, you will play a vital part in the daily running of a busy educational community. Working alongside the site team and senior leadership, you will help maintain a safe, secure, and clean environment where students and staff can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe, secure, and well-presented school site at all times
• Managing day-to-day building maintenance and general upkeep
• Collaborating closely with the site team and senior leadership to ensure smooth school operations
• Fostering a positive, well-maintained environment conducive to learning

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a caretaker, site assistant, or in general maintenance (preferred)
• A foundational understanding of building maintenance and health & safety standards
• A practical, hands‑on approach paired with strong problem‑solving abilities
• The versatility to work well independently as well as part of a supportive team
• Effective communication and strong organizational skills
• Valid right to work in the UK