School Caretaker

4767980
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Cheltenham
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Maintenance
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    £13 per hour
  • Closing date

    26 Mar 2026

School Caretaker

Temporary School Caretaker Wanted! Apply Today!
£13 per hour | Immediate Start | Local Schools

Are you practical, reliable, and ready to help keep schools running smoothly? We’re looking for committed Temporary School Caretakers to support school sites with day‑to‑day maintenance and safety — and you could be the perfect fit!

Whether you’ve worked in caretaking before, come from a maintenance/DIY background, or simply have great practical skills and a can‑do attitude, fantastic opportunities are available now across local schools.

Why You’ll Love Being a School Caretaker ️
✔ £13 per hour, paid weekly
✔ Supportive school teams & welcoming environments
✔ Flexible temporary contracts to suit your schedule
✔ Opportunities across primary, secondary & specialist schools
✔ A chance to make a real difference in your local community
✔ Ongoing support from Hays Education throughout your assignment

What You’ll Be Doing
✨ Carrying out general repairs, maintenance, and basic DIY
✨ Ensuring the school site is clean, safe, and secure
✨ Opening/locking the school and managing key‑holder responsibilities
✨ Conducting regular health & safety checks around the premises
✨ Supporting cleaning teams and managing supplies
✨ Setting up rooms and equipment for school events & activities ✨ Keeping outdoor areas tidy and hazard‑free

What You’ll Need
✔ Previous caretaking or maintenance experience (school experience welcome but not essential)
✔ Practical skills and confidence handling basic tools/DIY tasks
✔ Strong reliability, initiative, and attention to detail
✔ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
✔ An enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one via Hays)

Ready to Get Started?
If you're looking for a hands‑on temporary role where your skills help keep schools safe, clean, and running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you! With new caretaking roles coming in regularly, now is the perfect time to take the next step.
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Let’s find the right temporary caretaking role for you — and support our schools to shine!

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