Patch Caretaker

Dublin Gestalt Centre,psychotherapy,counselling and coaching and training providers; Rochester; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Patch Caretaker to join their Maintenance and Estates team. The role involves maintaining properties to a high standard through cleaning and handyperson duties, ensuring safety and compliance. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and a passion for the organization's values.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Reflective Practice sessions

Life Assurance Scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Annual Staff Awards

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in housekeeping or handyperson duties.
• Ability to create an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain properties through cleaning and handyperson duties.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Cleaning

Maintenance

Customer Service

IT Proficiency

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Title: Patch Caretaker

Location: Medway, ME1

Salary: £24,500

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00. You may be required to work evenings and bank holidays as needed.

About The Role

We are seeking a Patch Caretaker to join our Maintenance and Estates team. The role involves maintaining our properties to a high standard through cleaning and handyperson duties. You will provide a customer-focused service to stakeholders and ensure properties are safe and well-maintained, primarily around the Medway area. Key duties include:

• Ensuring properties meet health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Ensuring compliance with housing, health and safety policies and legislation.
• Cleaning, end-of-tenancy cleans, preparing rooms for new tenants, basic repairs, maintenance, and gardening.
• Collaborating with services, managers, colleagues, residents, and participants to identify risks or faults and resolving them promptly.
• Accompanying internal and external providers to ensure high standards of maintenance within reasonable timeframes.
• Performing minor repairs such as plastering, lubricating locks, replacing plugs and chains, fixing toilet seats, unblocking sinks, replacing bathroom fixtures, changing light bulbs, servicing white goods, bleeding radiators, and installing shelves and rails.

About You

We're looking for someone passionate about our organization and general caretaking responsibilities. You should be capable of completing maintenance, cleaning, and repairs within the designated area. An understanding of the needs of residents and participant groups, and the ability to embody our values of Inclusion, Transparency, Ambition, and Empowerment, are essential. The ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant experience in a similar role involving housekeeping, cleaning, or handyperson duties.
• Proficiency with IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft Office and other software.
• Flexibility to work across various sites within Social Interest Group.
• An understanding of the social and housing needs of individuals with complex needs.
• Ability to create an inclusive, psychologically informed environment through estate services.
• Willingness to stay updated with industry standards and undertake necessary training.
• Alignment with our core values.

For more details, please refer to the JDPS attached.

What We Offer

• 25 days of annual leave (full-time equivalent), increasing with service length.
• Training and development opportunities, including courses and progression plans.
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling.
• Reflective Practice sessions with an external therapist to support mental health and wellbeing.
• Eligibility for Blue Light Discount Card.
• Life Assurance Scheme.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Annual Staff Awards.
• Opportunity to be part of an organization that values good care and support to improve lives.
• Join a mission-driven organization empowering marginalized individuals through partnerships and innovative solutions.

We are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our staff ambassadors actively promote inclusivity and support career development outside of their daily roles. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience, and approach issues with empathy and sensitivity.

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organization providing support and care across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent through various settings, including residential, community, and hospital discharge support. We believe in the power of well-managed services to make a difference and adhere to high standards and regulatory frameworks.

Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future. Further details are available on our website.

Additional Information

This advert may close early due to ongoing application screening. We recommend applying promptly. An enhanced DBS check is required, and some roles may require additional vetting. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

For more information on policies, benefits, and privacy, please visit our website. Please note we cannot sponsor visas; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.