School Caretaker


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£14 to £18 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Chester, CH1 3ET
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	19 Oct 2026

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Summary

Your new company

Hays Education are currently recruiting for a reliable and proactive

Caretaker to join a welcoming SEN school in Chester on a temporary basis until Christmas.

This is a full-time role working across the school site, helping to ensure the premises remain safe, secure, clean and well-maintained for pupils, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will be practical, hands-on and capable of managing a varied workload in a busy school environment.

Your new role

Opening and securing areas of the school site as required

Carrying out general maintenance and basic repairs

Ensuring the school grounds and buildings are safe, clean and presentable

Setting up rooms and facilities for meetings, events and school activities

Conducting routine health and safety checks

Monitoring contractors and deliveries on site

Responding promptly to maintenance issues and site-related requests

Supporting the wider school team with day-to-day site duties

What you'll need to succeed

Previous caretaker, site supervisor, facilities or maintenance experience

Experience working within a school environment is desirable

Good understanding of health and safety procedures

Ability to work independently and use initiative

Practical DIY and maintenance skills

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to work within a supportive SEN school setting

Full-time hours with an immediate start

Competitive weekly pay

Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays Education consultant

Potential for the assignment to be extended

If you are an experienced caretaker looking for your next opportunity and can start immediately, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Lucy at Hays Education on 01772 201513 for more information.

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