School Caretaker

Teach Now; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now is seeking a School Caretaker in Hertfordshire, UK. This full-time temporary position runs Monday to Friday during term time, with an immediate start and a defined assignment through Christmas 2026.

The role focuses on opening and securing premises, basic repairs, and coordinating with contractors to maintain safe, welcoming school spaces. Salary ranges from £130 to £200 per day, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caretaking, facilities or site maintenance.
• Practical skills for minor building repairs.
• Working knowledge of premises health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the premises, checking that the site is secure.
• Carry out minor repairs and general building maintenance.
• Keep outdoor areas clean, tidy and well maintained.
• Inspect the site and report maintenance needs.
• Monitor doors, windows, alarms and access points.
• Support contractors during site works.
• Respond promptly to urgent premises issues.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Maintenance skills

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

Position: School Caretaker

Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work (ASAP start until Christmas 2026)

Start Date: Immediate Start

Location: Hertfordshire, UK

Salary: 130 - 200 per day

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications, higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday (term time only)

Email: (url removed)

Contact Name: Danna Crous

About the Role

Looking for a Caretaker role where your practical skills make every school day run more smoothly? At a school in Hertfordshire, you will help keep the site safe and welcoming, from opening up to tackling minor repairs. Your work will make a difference to the spaces pupils, staff and visitors use every day.

This Caretaker role brings together routine inspections, hands‑on maintenance and working with contractors. You will have the chance to spot problems early and put your judgement to good use. If you enjoy practical work and being someone colleagues can rely on, Teach Now would love to hear from you.

Requirements

To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:

Previous experience in caretaking, facilities or site maintenance

Practical skills for minor building repairs

Working knowledge of premises health and safety

Key Responsibilities

Open and close the premises, checking that the site is secure.

Carry out minor repairs and general building maintenance.

Keep outdoor areas clean, tidy and well maintained.

Inspect the site and report maintenance needs.

Monitor doors, windows, alarms and access points.

Support contractors during site works.

Respond promptly to urgent premises issues.

Our client can offer you

A varied working day across buildings and grounds.

The chance to make a visible difference to daily school life.

Opportunities to use a range of practical maintenance skills.

Contact with the wider school team and visiting contractors.

A full-time, 37-hour working week.

A defined temporary assignment through Christmas 2026 for a Caretaker.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.