Caretaker

Civic Recruitment Limited; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government recruitment agency is seeking caretakers for a contract role in Camden, United Kingdom. This position is integral in maintaining cleanliness and safety within residential buildings and surrounding areas. Key responsibilities include managing waste, collaborating with council teams, and providing emergency out-of-hours services. Strong communication and collaboration skills are required. A DBS check is mandatory at recruitment.

Qualifications

• Flexibility in handling challenging situations is essential.
• Must be able to make informed decisions independently.
• A strong focus on customer service and communication skills is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness across residential buildings and external areas.
• Manage waste and grounds maintenance effectively.
• Ensure collaboration on health and safety with council teams.
• Provide emergency services during out-of-hours.
• Be the primary contact for resident queries and support.

Skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Strong collaboration skills

High level of customer service

Effective communication skills

Job description

Full time | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 21/01/2026

Job Information

City Camden

Province Camden

Postal Code N1C

Job Description

3 months contract with local authority

Camden’s Caretaking Service is integral to Housing Management's goal of fostering a safe and supportive community for residents. This role is crucial in delivering a high-quality, flexible, and responsive caretaking service across housing estates and select street properties. The position ensures cleanliness within residential buildings and surrounding areas, while also managing waste, grounds maintenance, and health and safety issues. Caretakers collaborate with various council service teams and contractors and support first responders during emergencies. They are highly valued by residents as the face of the Council, providing advice and support, especially to those living independently but needing additional assistance. The role demands flexibility, informed decision‑making in challenging situations, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve customer outcomes. This position requires a DBS check at the recruitment stage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in residential buildings and external estate areas.
• Oversee waste management and grounds maintenance.
• Manage health and safety issues in collaboration with council teams and contractors.
• Provide out-of-hours emergency services at night and on weekends.
• Serve as a primary contact for residents, offering advice and support.
• Work creatively and effectively both independently and with team members to ensure high-quality customer outcomes.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Flexibility and adaptability in challenging situations.
• Ability to make informed decisions independently.
• Strong collaboration skills with team members, officers, and stakeholders.
• High level of customer service and communication skills.
• Subject to a DBS check at the recruitment stage.