Part-time Caretaker

Capita; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite secure parking

Catering facilities onsite

Gym onsite

Job summary

Capita seeks a hands-on Part-time Caretaker in Plymouth to maintain clean, safe facilities and support building maintenance across the site. The role is 15 hours per week across 2 or 3 days and requires eligibility for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

The successful candidate will keep the site operational during adverse weather, assist contractors, and update maintenance records while supporting safety procedures and a professional environment for military personnel and learners.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic ground maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of basic building services and maintenance activities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate at all levels.
• Have at least a basic knowledge of computers and be capable of data entry.
• Driving license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, safe, and professional facilities.
• Carry out basic building repairs and maintenance.
• Support site safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Assist contractors working on site.
• Help keep the site operational during adverse weather conditions.
• Update maintenance records and support planned maintenance activities.

Skills

Ground maintenance

Building services

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Driving license

Job description

Help keep one of the UK's leading maritime warfare training establishments operating at its best. In this hands-on role, you'll play a vital part in maintaining a safe, clean, and professional environment for military personnel, instructors, and learners by carrying out a range of cleaning and building maintenance activities across the site.

Job title: Part-time Caretaker

Part-time role – 15 hours a week (can be worked over 2 or 3 days). Plymouth.

Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

What you’ll be doing

• Maintain clean, safe, and professional facilities.
• Carry out basic building repairs and maintenance.
• Support site safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Assist contractors working on site.
• Help keep the site operational during adverse weather conditions.
• Update maintenance records and support planned maintenance activities.

What we’re looking for

• Knowledge of basic ground maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of basic building services and maintenance activities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate at all levels.
• Have at least a basic knowledge of computers and be capable of data entry.
• Driving license and own transport.

This role would suit someone who has experience as a Caretaker or as a Janitor or someone who has recently left the services.

About Selborne

Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we’re modernising military education with cutting‑edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise.

To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita

What’s in it for you

Salary of up to £28,000 pro rata (£11,200).

• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Onsite, secure parking.
• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite.
• Part‑time role.

Employment Details

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom.

Time Type: Part time.

Contract Type: Permanent.

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Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunities. Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website. For general queries, email [e-mail].

About Capita

Capita is an AI‑enabled business services partner. We work with organisations across the public and private sectors, helping them deliver better, more efficient services. Every day, millions of people rely on services we support across central and local government and regulated industries. We combine technology, data and AI with the expertise and judgement of our people to help clients solve complex challenges and deliver better outcomes for the people and communities they serve.