Patch Caretaker

Social Interest Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Patch Caretaker to maintain properties to high standards. The role involves cleaning, basic repairs, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a passion for supporting individuals with complex needs. Join a mission-driven team committed to equity and inclusion.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance Scheme

Annual Staff Awards

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and maintenance roles.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and gardening.

Responsibilities

• Ensure properties meet health and safety standards.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with services to resolve issues.

Skills

Customer-focused service

Flexibility

Understanding of social needs

Education

Relevant experience in housekeeping or handyperson work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 meet required standards. The primary location is around the Medway area. Responsibilities include:

1. Ensuring properties meet health, safety, and environmental standards.
2. Maintaining compliance with housing, health, safety procedures, policies, and legislation.
3. Performing cleaning, end-of-tenancy cleans, preparing rooms for new tenants, basic repairs, maintenance, and gardening.
4. Collaborating with services, managers, colleagues, residents, and participants to identify risks or faults and resolving them promptly.
5. Accompanying internal and external providers to ensure maintenance is completed to a high standard within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Carrying out minor repairs such as plastering, lubricating locks, replacing plugs and chains, fixing toilet seats, unblocking sinks, replacing bathroom fixtures, changing fuses, servicing white goods, bleeding radiators, and installing shelves and rails.

About you

We seek someone passionate about our organization and dedicated to caretaking responsibilities. You should be willing and able to perform 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, including housekeeping, cleaning, or handyperson work.
• Intermediate IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and other software.
• Flexibility to work across various sites within Social Interest Group.
• An understanding of the social and housing needs of people with complex needs.
• The ability to foster an inclusive, psychologically informed environment through estate services.
• A willingness to stay updated with industry standards and undertake necessary training.
• Alignment with our core values.

Additional details

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more information on the vacancy and key criteria.

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 counseling services.
• Reflective Practice sessions with an external therapist to support mental health and wellbeing.
• Eligibility for Blue Light Discount Card.
• Life Assurance Scheme.
• Annual Staff Awards.
• Being part of an organization committed to good care and support to improve lives.
• Joining a mission-driven organization that empowers marginalized individuals through partnerships and innovative solutions.

We are dedicated to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our staff Ambassadors support inclusivity and career development. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience. We approach issues with empathy and sensitivity.

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit providing quality support and care across various settings in London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We uphold high standards and adhere to regulatory frameworks to make a meaningful difference.

Please note that the job advert may close early due to ongoing application screening. We recommend applying promptly.

Our process includes an enhanced DBS check; some roles may require further vetting. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. For questions or support with applications, contact us at [e-mail] or call 020 3668 9270. We will facilitate communication and arrange callbacks as needed.

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Note: We cannot sponsor visas. Applicants must have full right to work in the UK before applying.