Caretaker (County Hall, 32.5 hours)

North East Ambition; London, Morpeth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading local authority is seeking a dedicated Caretaker to join their Facilities team in Morpeth. The role involves caretaking duties, ensuring the upkeep of communal areas, and fostering positive relationships with residents. The successful candidate will have a strong focus on customer service and health & safety knowledge. Excellent benefits and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays

Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme - up to 2 days flexible leave per month

Local government discount schemes

Car leasing scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive practical knowledge related to caretaking.
• Ability to conduct regular inspections of communal areas.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for caretaking duties within the building.
• Conduct regular inspections of communal areas.

Skills

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Health & Safety Knowledge

Tools

Caretaking Tools

Job description

The role:

We are looking to appoint a Caretaker to join the Facilities team at County Hall in Morpeth for 32.5 hours per week.

The successful applicant will be responsible for caretaking duties within the building.

Requirements:

You will be a highly motivated, customer-focused individual who thrives on making a positive difference to others. The successful candidate will work well with others and be able to form strong partnerships. You will also conduct regular inspections of communal areas within blocks.

Extensive practical knowledge related to caretaking, including operation of tools and equipment, is required. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation relevant to caretaking is also essential.

Why choose us?

We offer outstanding benefits, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time).
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexi scheme - up to 2 days flexible leave per month (pro rata for part-time).
• Local government discount schemes at local and national brands.
• Flexibility through schemes like job sharing, home working, flexible hours, term-time only, and compressed hours.
• Car leasing scheme.

For more information, visit https://careers.northumberland.gov.uk/.

Further information:

Closing date: Thursday 22nd May 2025.

For guidance on applications and our Equality and Diversity principles, visit the Northumberland Council website.

We are an equal opportunities employer, offering a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please email [e-mail] or call 01670 623930 to notify us of your eligibility or if you require adjustments during the application process. All information will remain confidential.

Alternative application formats:

British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net

For speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930.

Applications will be processed via our Tribepad system. Please check your email regularly for notifications, including Spam/Junk folders.