Female Live-In Residential Caretaker Porter - Chelsea, London

CIS Security Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential management company is looking for a reliable Full-Time Caretaker to maintain a small residential building. You'll be responsible for cleaning, minor repairs, and assisting tenants. The ideal candidate should have prior experience, good communication skills, and a strong sense of responsibility. This position offers a competitive salary, paid leave, and a newly renovated apartment on-site.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid annual leave

Paid sick leave

Supportive work environment

A beautiful spacious apartment

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a caretaker or in general maintenance is preferred.
• Physical ability to perform cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Flexibility to work out of hours in case of emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning of common areas.
• Carry out minor repairs and monitor building systems.
• Serve as the first contact point for residents.

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliability

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a reliable, responsible and trustworthy Full-Time Caretaker to oversee the daily upkeep, cleanliness, and general maintenance of a small residential building comprising 5 apartments. The caretaker will be the first point of contact for deliveries, visitors and engineers, whilst ensuring that the building remains safe, clean, and in good working condition. Previous candidate was in the position for more than 32 years, so this opportunity doesn’t come up very often.

Work Conditions

• Full-time position (35/40 hours a week; flexibility may be required).
• On-site presence in the building is expected daily and on Saturday mornings.
• Occasional evening or weekend availability may be needed for urgent issues.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a caretaker or in general maintenance is preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Physical ability to perform cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Flexibility to work out of hours in case of emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning & Maintenance

• Perform daily cleaning of common areas (entrances, stairwells, hallways, elevators, etc.).
• Take care of waste collection and recycling.
• Carry out minor repairs (light bulbs, fixtures, small plumbing/electrical fixes).
• Monitor heating, ventilation, and other building systems.
• Report and coordinate with the managing agent for larger repairs or faults.

Building & Grounds

• Maintain outdoor areas (sweeping, light gardening, clearing snow/ice in winter).
• Ensure entrances, walkways, and shared spaces are safe and tidy.

Tenant Support

• Serve as the first contact point for residents regarding building-related issues.
• Assist with move-ins and move-outs (providing access, inspecting spaces, etc.).

Security

• Monitor access to the building.
• Ensure doors, gates, and common spaces are secured.

Administrative

• Keep logs of maintenance tasks and repair needs.
• Report to property owner/management regularly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Supportive work environment in a small, close-knit community.
• A beautiful spacious apartment recently renovated and in a very prominent location.

At CIS Security Ltd, we do not just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our Customers, Colleagues, and Communities. CIS Security Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, quality, and business needs.

Due to the volume of applications, if we have not contacted you within three weeks of initial contact then unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion.