Relief Caretaker

The Methodist Church in Britain; Waingroves; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Vertas Group is seeking a relief mobile caretaker to cover its facilities team across Derbyshire sites, including schools and commercial premises. The role involves opening/locking buildings, waste handling, porterage, basic maintenance and light decorating.

It is a zero-hours position with no guaranteed hours and roles move between sites. Applicants should have experience in caretaking or related trades, strong customer service and clear communication, and be willing to undergo Enhanced DBS and

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, facilities, trades or general handyperson work.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Willingness to work across multiple sites and adapt to changing demands.
• Ability to obtain Enhanced DBS check and right to work status.

Responsibilities

• Opening and locking facilities as a key holder
• Waste management and recycling
• Porterage and site support
• General maintenance and minor repairs
• Light decorating
• Cleaning and housekeeping
• Supporting daily operations across school and commercial sites

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Health & safety

Task prioritisation

Flexibility

Job description

Vertas Group is recruiting a relief mobile caretaker to cover its facilities team across several Derbyshire sites, including schools and commercial premises. The work centres on keeping buildings secure, clean and well maintained, from opening and locking up to waste handling, minor repairs and light decorating. It is a zero-hours arrangement with no guaranteed hours, and the post moves between sites rather than sitting in one building. Any offer depends on an Enhanced DBS check, right to work checks and references.

What the job involves

• Opening and locking facilities as a key holder
• Waste management and recycling
• Porterage and site support
• General maintenance and minor repairs
• Light decorating
• Cleaning and housekeeping
• Supporting the day-to-day operation of school and commercial sites

What’s required

Experience

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, facilities, trades or general handyperson work

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent customer service and clear communication
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to high standards
• Proactive and flexible approach
• Understanding of health and safety
• Ability to prioritise tasks and respond to changing demands

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Children's Barred List check, where applicable
• Right to work check
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational health and medical clearance, where applicable
• Assessment of suitability to work with children