Caretaker

Sanctuary Group; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave pro rata

Occupational sick pay

Contributory pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave

Training and development

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work

Salary sacrifice

Job summary

Sanctuary Supported Living is recruiting a Caretaker for the Southend Young Persons Service in Southend-on-Sea. The role involves conducting weekly health and safety checks, performing general caretaking tasks, basic repairs, cleaning, and grounds maintenance.

You will keep tools stocked and report issues promptly to ensure a safe environment. The position offers supportive team culture, opportunities for training, and a generous benefits package including annual leave and pension options.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar caretaking or maintenance role is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out weekly health and safety checks and risk assessments
• Complete general caretaking tasks including basic repairs, cleaning and grounds maintenance
• Keep tools and equipment stocked and ready for use
• Record daily work accurately and update customers when needed
• Spot maintenance issues early and report them to keep the environment safe

Skills

Caretaking experience

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Tools

Hand tools

Light machinery

Job description

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Department: Health and Social Care (Maintenance, Driving and S

Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living

Closing Date: .

Requisition: 230337

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.

Caretaker

Southend Young Persons Service, Stanier Close, 51 Stanier Close, Southend on Sea

£14.08 per hour

More than upkeep – creating change

We're proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we're excited to welcome a new Caretaker to our vibrant young people service at Southend Young Persons Service, Stanier Close, 51 Stanier Close, Southend on Sea.

You'll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting young people, that puts people first – every single day. #BeYourBest is more than a hashtag – it's our commitment to helping our people grow, thrive, and feel valued. We'll support you with the tools, training, and encouragement to reach your full potential, while celebrating your individuality and the difference you make every day.

As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in our people and our services, celebrating individuality and helping you thrive both personally and professionally.

Your role

• Carry out weekly health and safety checks and risk assessments
• Complete general caretaking tasks including basic repairs, cleaning and grounds maintenance
• Keep tools and equipment stocked and ready for use
• Record daily work accurately and update customers when needed
• Spot maintenance issues early and report them to keep the environment safe
• Experience in a similar caretaking or maintenance role
• Ability to identify and carry out minor repairs
• Understanding of basic health and safety in the workplace
• Practical experience using hand tools and light machinery
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That's why, alongside 33 days' annual leave pro rata (rising to 38, including bank holidays),occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension scheme, we've created a package to help you thrive:

• Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
• Enhanced pay rates for additional hours, when available

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.
• All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks where needed. Information provided during recruitment may be verified as part of those checks.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

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

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.