Temporary School Caretaker


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sheffield, S1 1AA
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	12 Oct 2026
Closing date:	11 Nov 2026

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Summary

A busy and welcoming school in Sheffield is looking for an Interim Caretaker to join their site team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in maintaining a safe, secure, and well-presented environment where students can thrive and staff can focus on delivering outstanding education.

️Are you the person everyone calls when something needs fixing? ️

As Interim Caretaker, you'll be the go-to person for keeping the school site safe, secure, and running smoothly. From unlocking the gates in the morning to tackling maintenance issues throughout the day, you'll be a key part of the school's daily operations.Your duties will include:

✅ Opening and securing the school site

✅ Carrying out basic repairs and maintenance

✅ Setting up rooms for meetings, assemblies, exams, and events

✅ Conducting health and safety checks

✅ Monitoring site security and visitor access

✅ Managing deliveries and contractor visits

✅ Supporting compliance and site inspections

✅ Assisting with the overall upkeep of the school premises

Immediate Start Temporary position⏰ Full-time hours

We're looking for someone who is reliable, practical, and ready to roll up their sleeves.

You'll ideally have:

Previous caretaker, maintenance, facilities, estates, or site management experience

Basic DIY and repair skills

Knowledge of health and safety procedures

The ability to work independently and prioritise workload

A proactive attitude and strong work ethic

Good communication and organisational skills

A commitment to safeguarding and site security

The ability to remain calm and adaptable in a busy school environment

We will need to be able to obtain references to cover the last 2 years as a minimum, and you will need to be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check if you don't already have a DBS on the update service.

What you'll get in return

As well as receiving a competitive rate of pay, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an outstanding school. When you register with Hays, you will be allocated a dedicated consultant who will be on hand to offer career advice and guide you through the registration process. Once you have completed this particular assignment, we will then be in a position to place you in further schools. By registering with Hays Education, you will also be eligible for our Refer a Friend Scheme, where you could receive £250 in vouchers. T&Cs apply.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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