Caretaker & Gardener

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Belfast is seeking a Caretaker/Gardener to maintain a safe and welcoming environment. Responsibilities include building maintenance, gardening, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates should have gardening experience, basic repair skills, and a commitment to the organization's ethos. This temporary position offers up to 25 hours per week, with pay ranging from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour based on age.

Qualifications

• Experience in basic gardening and grounds maintenance, including planting and weeding.
• Ability to conduct minor repairs like changing light fittings and fixing locks.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures and safe tool usage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine caretaking tasks and minor building repairs.
• Maintain gardens and outdoor spaces, including weeding and watering.
• Identify maintenance issues and manage daily tasks efficiently.

Skills

Basic gardening and grounds maintenance

Basic building maintenance and minor repairs

Understanding of health and safety procedures

Ability to work independently

Physical ability for manual work

Time management

Ability to respond to urgent issues

Communication skills

Commitment to the values of the Centre

Education

Formal qualification in horticulture or property maintenance

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: WINDSOR WOMEN'S CENTREThe Caretaker/Gardener is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment at Windsor Women’s Centre. Duties include carrying out general caretaking tasks, minor repairs and maintenance, ensuring the security of the building, and keeping internal and external areas clean and well presented. The role includes maintaining gardens and outdoor spaces, carrying out routine gardening tasks, and supporting the smooth running of the Centre by setting up rooms and responding to day-to-day maintenance needs as they arise.This role will be subject to an enhanced Access NI Disclosure check as it involves working closely alongside children’s services and with vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Building Maintenance and Caretaking: Carrying out routine caretaking tasks, basic repairs, and maintenance to ensure the Centre is safe, functional and well maintained.
• Problem-Solving and Initiative: Identifying maintenance issues, responding to day-to-day problems as they arise, carry out repairs or report issues to the appropriate staff member.
• Gardening and Grounds Maintenance: Maintaining gardens and outdoor spaces, including planting, weeding, pruning and general grounds upkeep.
• Health and Safety: Following health and safety procedures, including the safe use of tools and equipment, manual handling, and identifying and reporting hazards to ensure the Centre is compliant with all requirements.
• Time Management and Work Planning: Plan and prioritise tasks, manage workloads independently, and complete duties efficiently within set timeframes.
• Responsibility and Reliability: Taking responsibility for the upkeep and presentation of the Centre and its grounds.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in basic gardening and grounds maintenance (e.g. planting, pruning, mowing, weeding).
• Ability to carry out basic building maintenance and minor repairs (e.g. changing light fittings, fixing locks, simple DIY).
• Understanding of health and safety procedures, including safe use of tools and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks without close supervision.
• Physical ability to carry out manual work in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Able to manage time effectively.
• Able to prioritise tasks and respond to urgent maintenance issues.
• Willingness to work flexibly, as required by the Centre’s needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Communication skills when interacting with staff, volunteers, and service users.
• A commitment to the ethos and values of Windsor Women’s Centre.
• Formal qualification or training in horticulture, gardening, or property maintenance.
• Experience maintaining community spaces, charities, or support centres.
• Knowledge of sustainable or eco-friendly gardening practices.
• Experience with risk assessments and site safety checks.
• Experience working in environments where safety and discretion are important.

Further Information

The Employer is: WINDSOR WOMEN'S CENTREJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1755448 Job Sector Security and General Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 20/01/2026 Closing date 02/03/2026 Worktime Between Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm