Site Caretaker

St Margaret's School; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

St Margaret's School in Watford is seeking a reliable Site Caretaker to join the Estates Team. The role includes weekend duties from 08:00 to 17:00 and may involve additional flexible hours during the week.

You will be responsible for the smooth and compliant running of the school’s facilities, with a focus on security and safeguarding. The salary is dependent on experience and the position is permanent, with start as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Good organisational and time management skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and reliability are required.
• Previous caretaking or site management experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth and compliant running of the school’s facilities.
• Maintain site security and ensure buildings are secured in the evening.
• Assist with weekend access to the school for lettings and related activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

# Site CaretakerEmployer: St Margaret's School, BusheyLocation: Watford, HertfordshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Dependent on experiencePosted: 10th September 2026Expires: 25th September 2026 05:00 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573329Job Reference: SC01* Share :* Print**Site Caretaker****Weekends 08:00 to 17:00****(Plus potential of some flexible hours during the week)****Salary dependent on experience. Required as soon as possible**We are seeking to appoint a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic Site Caretaker to work within our Estates Team to be responsible for the smooth and compliant running of our school’s facilities. Your presence will allow for the school to be open for longer periods at the weekend and give us more opportunity for Lets. A key part of this role will be site security, ensuring all buildings are secured in the evening.You will have good organisational and time management skills, along with good communication skills. Previous caretaking or site management experience is desirable.We may also have a requirement for weekday hours, particularly early mornings; we would discuss with shortlisted candidates at interview.**Closing date for applications: Friday 25 September at 5:00pm**Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and St Margaret’s School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.St Margaret’s school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. St Margaret’s School is an equal opportunities employer.