Caretaker

Housing Diversity Network; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Orwell in Ipswich is seeking a Caretaker to maintain communal areas, grounds and estates to a high standard, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm. You’ll work closely with residents to provide a responsive caretaking and gardening service, respond to emergencies outside normal hours, and help foster a safe neighbourhood environment.

A full UK driving licence is required. We do not offer visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• National Certificate in Horticulture or facilities management or equivalent.
• 4 GCSEs A-C including English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs, prepare void properties, and liaise with tenants and contractors.
• Maintain communal grounds, including grass cutting, weeding, pruning, and stairwell cleaning.
• Complete end-of-tenancy inspections for properties due to become vacant.
• Help prevent vandalism by monitoring communal areas, car parks and CCTV where appropriate.
• Conduct regular estate walkabouts with Police, local authorities, business representatives, and the Head of Estate Services, including outside normal working hours.
• Represent Orwell, building positive relationships with tenants and partner organisations.

Education

National Certificate in Horticulture or facilities management or equivalent

4 GCSEs A-C or equivalent including English and Maths

Job description

Caretaker – Newlarks

£27,526.12 per year

37 hours per week; Permanent

Monday – Friday; 8am – 4pm

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Ref: IP402

A great place to live starts with a well-maintained environment. As a Caretaker, you’ll play a key role in creating clean, safe, and welcoming communities by maintaining communal areas, grounds and estates to a high standard.

Working closely with residents, you'll provide a responsive caretaking and gardening service, take pride in the appearance of the estate, and help foster a positive neighbourhood environment. You'll also be on hand to respond to emergencies on the estate when they arise outside of normal working hours and you are available to assist.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and provide relevant documentation if appointed

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs, prepare void properties, and liaise with tenants and contractors.
• Maintain communal grounds, including grass cutting, weeding, pruning, and stairwell cleaning.
• Complete end-of-tenancy inspections for properties due to become vacant.
• Help prevent vandalism by monitoring communal areas, car parks and CCTV where appropriate.
• Conduct regular estate walkabouts with Police, local authorities, business representatives, and the Head of Estate Services, including outside normal working hours.
• Represent Orwell, building positive relationships with tenants and partner organisations.

Desirable Qualifications

• National Certificate in Horticulture or facilities management or equivalent
• 4 GCSEs A-C or equivalent including English and Maths

A full UK driving licence is required.

Why Join Orwell

• 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Reward and recognition awards
• Free DBS checks
• Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy
• Wellbeing programme
• Great training and development opportunities
• Cashback Health plan
• Access to Blue Light Card – membership fees apply.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Orwell is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and equality of opportunity.

This role is subject to a Basic DBS check. Applicants who have lived or worked overseas within the last five years may also be required to provide a Statement of Good Conduct.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process where needed.

If you don't meet every requirement but feel you would be a great fit for the role, we'd still love to hear from you.

Would you like to speak to a member of our team?