Caretaker

Abbatt Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension

Sick pay

On-site parking

On-site office

Job summary

Abbatt Group in North West London is seeking a reliable Caretaker to maintain the cleanliness, presentation and upkeep of a residential development with five blocks. The role follows Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm, with a salary of £29,000-£30,000 per year. Start date ideally before Christmas 2026.

The successful candidate will enjoy working independently, taking pride in high standards and contributing to a well-kept estate with an on-site office and parking.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Caretaker or in a similar property maintenance role.
• Reliable, practical and proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain communal areas, including entrances, stairwells and corridors.
• Vacuum, sweep and keep shared spaces presentable.
• Collect litter and leaves and maintain the general appearance of the estate.
• Carry out routine site checks and report maintenance issues promptly.
• Check communal lighting and assist with basic meter readings where required.
• Record contractor visits and communicate professionally with residents and management using a mobile phone and email.

Skills

Caretaker experience

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Good communication

Job description

Location: North West London (NW3)

Salary: £29,000-£30,000 per annum

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Start Date: Ideally before Christmas 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, hands-on Caretaker to maintain the cleanliness, presentation and general upkeep of a residential development with five blocks in North West London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Caretaker who takes pride in their work, enjoys working independently and is committed to maintaining high standards across communal areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain communal areas, including entrances, stairwells and corridors.
• Vacuum, sweep and keep shared spaces presentable.
• Collect litter and leaves and maintain the general appearance of the estate.
• Carry out routine site checks and report maintenance issues promptly.
• Check communal lighting and assist with basic meter readings where required.
• Record contractor visits and communicate professionally with residents and management using a mobile phone and email.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience as a Caretaker, or in a similar property maintenance or site-based role.
• A reliable, practical and proactive approach, with strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• Comfortable keeping records, using a mobile phone and identifying maintenance issues.

Benefits

• Monday-Friday working hours.
• Annual leave, pension and sick pay provisions.
• Dedicated on-site office and parking available.