Mobile Caretaker

Vertas Group; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Vertas Group in the DE55, Alfreton area is seeking a Mobile Caretaker to join our Facilities Team. The role involves unlocking and locking up, cleaning classrooms and communal areas, and maintaining a safe, hygienic site while on a mobile duty.

You must be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle, as the position covers multiple sites. The role offers part-time hours (15 per week) with shifts from 7am-8am and 4pm-6pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service skills and be able to communicate clearly.
• Team-oriented with a can-do attitude and willingness to help across sites.
• Able to adapt to changing needs in a growing facilities team.

Responsibilities

• Unlocking and locking up of the school.
• Cleaning classrooms, corridors and communal areas; sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and dusting.
• Clean toilets and replenish supplies; dispose of waste and maintain hygiene.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Independent work

Job description

Are you passionate about caretaking, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service? Vertas is looking for a dedicated Mobile Caretaker to join our Facilities Team.

Who are Vertas?

Vertas delivers trusted, integrated facilities management solutions across Great Britain. Our team of 5,000 colleagues provides a comprehensive range of facilities services, including cleaning, catering, property design, recruitment, transport, and environmental management. You'll find us putting the customer at the heart of everything we do, while prioritising our colleague's health, safety and wellbeing.

About the Role:

Based within the DE55, Alfreton area you will be working 15 hours a week (working split shifts from 7am-8am and 4pm-6pm) Monday to Friday. You'll play a key role in providing high-quality caretaking services to oversee maintenance and cleanliness. Due to this being a mobile position, you will need to be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Unlocking and locking up of the school
• General cleaning of classrooms, corridors, and communal areas
• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting surfaces
• Cleaning toilets and replenishing supplies
• Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately
• Ensuring all areas are kept clean, safe, and hygienic
• Carrying out basic checks and light maintenance
• Supporting overall site cleanliness and presentation
• Demonstrating Health and Safety awareness and have a willingness to attend training courses including Health and Safety (all training will be provided).

Who are we looking for?

• Great customer service and communication skills and experience in similar setting
• A Team player providing an excellent service across the Vertas Group.
• The ability to make the best decisions with Vertas in mind.
• Listening and responding to colleagues, customers and suppliers to achieve the best outcome.
• The ability to adapt and respond to change in a growing organisation.

What You'll Bring

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good attention to detail to ensure thorough cleaning and maintenance standards are met.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following health

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.

Offers of employment are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, which may include:

• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Children's Barred List check (where applicable)
• Right to Work checks
• Satisfactory references
• Verification of qualifications and professional registrations (where applicable)
• Occupational Health and medical clearance (where applicable)
• Assessment of suitability to work with children

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.