Caretaker

Sanctuary Group; Paignton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave rising to 30

Pension scheme with employer

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Wellbeing support

Staff Networks promoting inclusion

Salary £26,442 rising to £27,833 after

Job summary

Sanctuary Group in Paignton is seeking a Caretaker to join our team. The role focuses on 100% void-related caretaking, cleaning communal areas, grounds maintenance, and aiding customers with service improvements. A strong team player with customer service focus is essential.

Driving is required, with a valid UK licence. The salary is £26,442–£27,833 per year, for 40 hours per week, with a progressive package including 25 days’ leave and a pension.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar caretaking/maintenance role.
• Strong customer service focus and teamwork.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to property maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out caretaking duties including cleaning void properties and communal areas.
• Perform grounds maintenance such as litter picking and general upkeep.
• Respond to customer issues and improve service delivery.
• Complete paperwork and ensure tools/equipment are maintained.

Skills

Similar role experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Health and safety awareness

Education

BICS (advantageous)

Job description

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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Paignton – covering the South West

£26,442 - £27,833 per year

40 hours per week

We have an opportunity for a Caretaker to join our team, based in Paignton. As a Caretaker you will be responsible for carrying out an excellent caretaking service which will involve grounds maintenance, cleaning, gutter cleaning, void clean and clears and Landscaping. All work will revolve 100% around voids.

The ideal candidate will have a track record of delivering high quality services, demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and high levels of customer service.

The role of Caretakerwill include:

• Undertaking general caretaking duties including cleaning Void Properties communal areas such as stairs, doors and windows and removing bulk waste
• Grounds maintenance tasks to include litter picking and general upkeep
• Working with customers to resolve issues and improve services
• Completing all documents and paperwork concerning tasks completed
• Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in a suitable condition

Skills and experiences:

• Experience in a similar role or completing similar tasks
• British institute certificate in cleaning services (BICS) would be advantageous
• Practical experience in operating hand tools and light machinery
• Some experience of working to deadlines and prioritising workloads
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Good communication and customer care skills
• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• £26,442 per annum (rising to £27,833 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – [e-mail]

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.