Cleaner/Caretaker

JobStart Scheme; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community organization in Derry/Londonderry is seeking a Cleaner/Caretaker to maintain cleanliness across multiple sites. Responsibilities include cleaning, basic maintenance, and ensuring a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates have experience in cleaning and basic repairs, strong communication skills, and a flexible schedule. The role offers up to 25 hours per week on a temporary contract.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of using cleaning chemicals safely.
• Experience setting up rooms for activities.
• Experience in monitoring stock levels of cleaning materials.

Responsibilities

• Clean & sanitise all areas of the buildings.
• Refill supplies such as soap and paper towels.
• Open / close premises as required.

Skills

Knowledge of general cleaning methods

Experience of maintaining high hygiene standards

Experience of carrying out basic repairs

Good communication skills

Teamworking

Self-motivated

Experience of health and safety policies

Attention to detail

Tools

Cleaning chemicals

Cleaning equipment (buffers, vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers)

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: GREATER SHANTALLOW AREA PARTNERSHIP (GSAP)The Cleaner/Caretaker will play an active role in helping the Greater Shantallow Area Partnership provide caretaking and cleaning support to 2 community outreach centres in Skeoge (Skeoge Community Hub & Glenabbey Community Hub) and GSAP's main office at the Community Building Northside, being responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment across the three sites. The participant will carry out cleaning, basic maintenance, and caretaking duties to ensure that the facilities are secure, and fit for use for service users, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Clean & sanitise all areas of the buildings - offices, toilets, kitchens, corridors and common areas. Emptying bins and ensuring waste is disposed of appropriately.
• Refill supplies - such as soap, paper towels, and cleaning supplies.
• Open / close premises as required, ensuring security of building and its contents.
• Set up rooms (including IT / Video Conferencing facilities) for meetings / activities / community activities as required.
• Ensure outdoor areas (including garden areas) are kept clean and safe.
• Report faults / damage / or health & safety issues / concerns to the Centre Managers.
• Moving items of furniture and equipment as required.
• Undertaking any other general house-keeping duties.
• Participate in training as directed by the GSAP Manager / Skeoge Centre Manager.
• Attend monthly supervision sessions and staff/team meetings.
• Undertake any other duties relevant to the role, and as directed by the Centre Managers.

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of general cleaning methods (floors, kitchens, toilets, meeting rooms, halls), using cleaning chemicals safely. Experience of using and maintaining cleaning equipment such as buffers, vacuum cleaners, and floor scrubbers.
• Experience of maintaining high hygiene standards in public areas.
• Experience of carrying out basic repairs.
• Experience of setting up rooms for community activities.
• Good communication skills for liaising with centre managers & users.
• Teamworking - supporting colleagues and community users as needed.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Flexible - willing to work evenings or weekends for events.
• Experience of health and safety policies and emergency procedures (Fist aid in the Workplace, Manual Handling and Fire Safety).
• Experience of operating alarms, and security systems.
• Experience of conducting risk assessments where appropriate.
• Experience of ensuring waste disposal and recycling.
• Experience of keeping cleaning and maintenance records up to date.
• Experience of monitoring stock levels and ordering cleaning materials.
• Experience of ground maintenance.
• Experience of using specialists cleaning equipment/products.
• Friendly, helpful, and approachable attitude towards staff, volunteers, and visitors.
• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining a welcoming community environmen

Further Information

The Employer is: GREATER SHANTALLOW AREA PARTNERSHIP (GSAP)JobStart 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 1744031 Job Sector Cleaners,Security and General Area Derry or Londonderry Location Derry/Londonderry (Multiple locations) 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 06/11/2025 Closing date 17/12/2025 Worktime To be confirmed with employer

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025