Caretaker

Host Student Housing Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Birthday day off

Volunteer day

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension & cycle to work

Job summary

Host Student Housing Limited in Cardiff is seeking a full-time Caretaker to join our Livin community. You will ensure a safe, well-maintained, welcoming home for students, handling routine maintenance and responsive service.

Shifts are Monday to Friday 9am–5:30pm, 40 hours weekly. The role offers £27,500 per year with benefits and a collaborative team culture. Experience in maintenance and health & safety is preferred; you will work with housekeeping and contractors.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, caretaking or facilities management is preferred.
• Strong health & safety awareness and practical problem-solving skills.
• Able to handle a varied workload and work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Delivering an exceptional student experience by being a friendly, approachable presence and responding quickly to maintenance requests.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming communal environment and student rooms.
• Carrying out repairs and preventative maintenance on plumbing, electrics, and decor in communal areas.
• Working with housekeeping, management and contractors to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Health & safety awareness

Problem-solving

Team player

Tools

General maintenance tools

Plumbing basics

Electrical basics

Job description

At Host, we don’t just provide student accommodation – we create thriving communities where students can feel happy, safe and supported throughout their university journey. Our mission? To be the best - and that starts with hiring brilliant people like you!

We are on the lookout for a brand new caretaker to be the heart of our student community in Livin, Cardiff .

This is a full -time, on-site position, working 40 hours per week on a fixed shift pattern basis. Shifts are typically scheduled from Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break included for shifts over six hours. The role offers an hourly pay of £27,500 , reflective of experience and responsibilities.

Why Join Us?

We’re growing fast, but we’re not about just filling rooms – we’re about creating homes. Our team is passionate, open and driven by our values: Happy, Open, Secure and Trusted. We genuinely care about our people and our students and we want a Caretaker who shares our enthusiasm for building exceptional experiences.

What You’ll Be Doing . As a Caretaker, you’ll play a key role in creating a safe, well-maintained, and welcoming home for our students. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering an exceptional student experience – being a friendly, approachable presence, responding quickly to maintenance requests and ensuring students feel supported.
• Keeping the site looking and feeling its best – carrying out cleaning, maintenance, and repairs to communal areas, student rooms and shared spaces.
• Maintaining a safe environment – ensuring all health & safety checks, fire alarm tests and security measures are completed.
• Carrying out repairs and preventative maintenance – from fixing minor plumbing and electrical issues to redecorating and refreshing communal areas.
• Supporting the wider team – working closely with housekeeping, management and contractors to keep everything running smoothly.

Who We’re Looking For . We’re looking for a proactive, hands-on team player who takes pride in keeping things running efficiently. Ideally, you’ll have:

• Experience in maintenance, caretaking or facilities management.
• A friendly, student-focused approach with great problem-solving skills.
• Practical knowledge of general maintenance tasks (plumbing, electrics, painting, repairs).
• A strong understanding of health & safety and compliance.
• A can-do attitude and the ability to handle a varied workload.

What’s in It for You?

At Host, we know that happy teams create the best student experiences. Here’s what you’ll get in return:

• Career growth – we invest in training and development to help you reach your potential.
• A great work culture – friendly, supportive and built on trust.
• A role with purpose – making a real difference in students’ lives.
• Competitive salary & benefits – because great work deserves great rewards.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)
• Extra day off on you r Birthday
• Extra day off annually for volunteering
• Life insurance
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Plus, all the standard stuff like a pension & cycle to work scheme

Ready to Make an Impact?

At Host, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you.