Caretaker

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local medical center in Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic caretaker to work 20 hours per week, primarily during mornings and evenings. Responsibilities include general maintenance, responding to alarms, managing stock, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Ideal candidates are physically fit, possess good manual skills, and are able to work independently as well as part of a team. The position offers a permanent part-time contract with pay negotiated based on experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to respond to alarms outside core hours.
• Willingness to work alone or in team environments.
• Previous experience in facility maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the premises daily.
• Attend alarms outside surgery hours.
• Carry out general maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with the set-up of rooms and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Manage stock and keep stock levels adequate.

Skills

Strong physical fitness

Good manual and practical skills

Ability to work independently

Calm under pressure

Good organisational skills

Good communication skills

Health and safety aware

Job description

Job Summary

Scott Arms Medical Centre is looking for an enthusiastic, well‑motivated, flexible caretaker to work 20 hours per week. Core hours are Monday‑Friday 07:00‑09:00 and 18:00‑20:00. The post holder must also be available 7 days a week to respond to alarms outside those hours. The caretaker will work closely with the facilities Practice Manager, maintaining the GP surgery to a high standard and supporting the team as required.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the premises daily
• Be first call to attend alarms outside surgery hours
• Carry out general maintenance, including small repairs, basic plumbing, and maintenance of toilets when blocked
• Repair and maintain front sliding doors, perform small paint jobs and other routine maintenance tasks
• Dispose of clinical and other waste, and place sharps bins out for collection
• Move furniture and equipment as required
• Call in skilled maintenance staff for larger repairs
• Assist with the set‑up of rooms and ensure health and safety compliance at all times
• Report issues appropriately and diagnose faults
• Repair equipment and install new equipment as needed
• Perform routine, planned maintenance and test fire/alarm systems weekly
• Store, protect, and change alarms and internal door codes regularly
• Take deliveries, manage stock, and keep stock levels adequate
• Manage the car park, keeping it free of debris
• Assist with weekly testing of fire alarms and emergency lighting
• Ensure light shades are clean and replace bulbs when necessary
• Help with IT issues and assist with rota management in the IT system

Essential Qualities

• Strong physical fitness for moving, lifting and bending
• Good manual and practical skills, including basic DIY
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Calm under pressure and problem‑solving skills
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Willingness to work alone or in team environments, including heights or confined spaces when required
• Health and safety aware and methodical, reliable, and capable of following instructions

Desirable Qualities

• Interest in how things work and a proactive approach to maintenance
• Previous experience or knowledge of facility maintenance in a healthcare setting

About Us

Our mission is to provide an excellent, high‑quality health experience for all patients. We support over 11,300 patients across the Great Barr area, working closely with local community services including pharmacies, CCG and our PCN.

Salary & Contract

• Pay: depending on experience, negotiated at interview
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part‑time, flexible

Job Location

Whitecrest, Great Barr, Birmingham, B43 6EE

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Employer Details

Scott Arms Medical Centre
Whitecrest, Great Barr, Birmingham, B43 6EE
Website: https://www.scottarmsmedical.co.uk