Caretaker, Building Maintenance, Facility Maintenance

Caretaker

Ware, Hertfordshire

August 2026 Start

Permanent (Employed directly by the school)

£20,000-£21,000 a year

25 hours a week over 5 days 5 hours a day

Forever Education is partnered with a lovely Primary School in Ware, Hertfordshire who are looking for a Caretaker to join them. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in August, directly employed by the school. The position is for 25 hours a week, 5 hours a day across Monday to Friday.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THIS SCHOOL?

• Supportive and welcoming community
• Opportunity to make a difference
• Lovely Leadership Team who are down to earth and supportive
• Modern School Building
• Excellent Transport Links

About the Role Caretaker

• Responsible for ensuring the security of school buildings and site.
• Manage and oversee cleaning contractors and responsible for cleaning specific named areas within the school.
• Act as a designated key holder, opening and closing the school every day and providing out of hours and emergency access to the school site.
• Responsible for regular health and safety checks of buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings, (including compliance with fire safety regulations) and equipment.
• Responsible for regular maintenance checks and follow-up actions
• Oversee and liaise with contractors whilst onsite and ensure agreed work is undertaken as specified in the contract.
• Liaise with School Office re purchases and supplies (following stock takes) within agreed budget.
• Responsible for the regular checking and operation of systems such as heating, cooling, lighting, fire and security alarms.
• Ensure compliance within the school with all health and safety COSHH regulations, and follow any associated Risk Assessments
• Liaise with other school staff/departments on premises issues.

PERSON DETAILS Caretaker

• Practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Reliability, organisation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and respond to emergencies.

If you are interested in this Caretaker position, interviews can be arranged immediately.

Apply for this Caretaker opportunity by sending your CV to Katie at Forever Education You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted)

Forever Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all candidates to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check