Average Caretaker salary in the UK

We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 36,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. We are looking for a Caretaker to join the estate services team in this role. As a Caretaker you will provide day-to-day caretaking and cleaning operations. You will be working out of the Burnley Depo (BB12 6LT) Requirements Outline of Key responsibilities for the Caretaker... Working to the Together Housing specification and service standards, carry out caretaking and cleaning duties to internal and external communal areas of Together Housing properties and the open hard landscaped spaces on our estates using a combination of hand tools, power tools and chemical agents.Clean all internal communal areas including floors, walls, window sills and frames, glass (internal facing), stairs, railings, ceilings, light fittings and lifts as set out in the service standard(s).Exchange paladin type bins to ensure none over fill within the bin store, present bins for collection as specified and return emptied bins to the store.Clean paladin type bins.Clear litter, rubbish and fly tipping from internal communal areas. Check for, keep and report evidence which may identify the person(s) responsible.Inspect all internal & external communal areas for hazards, damage, defects and graffiti; make safe, carry out minor repairs and/or report any issues ensuring the safety and security of our residents at all times.Carry out compliance checks (such as emergency lighting, fire alarm testing, checking lifts) as instructed and record these as requiredUse a small pedestrian mower to carry out grass cutting around blocks if and where required Act as a point of contact for residents, responding to their queries, liaising with Together Housing colleagues where necessary & giving an excellent standard of customer service We are looking for someone who has... Full UK Driving Licence (Manual)Practical experience of Cleaning or Caretaking Experience working in a customer orientated environment. With a flexible approach to working hours in order to achieve work demands & priorities, including a willingness to go the extra mile for our customersKnowledge of and ability to operate relevant cleaning/caretaking equipment and machineryKnowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act and specific site safetyA good standard of literacy and numeracy to enable accurate record keeping Benefits In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Caretaker role... Salary: £23,088 per annum27 days annual leave (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holidaysBased from our depot in Burnley DepoA flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policiesYou will be working 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Working arrangements are flexible in line with our Smart working cultureWide range of professional, and personal development training opportunitiesAttractive pension schemeA range of financial, health and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial adviceWe have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability.To view the full range of our benefits click on the Employee Benefits Link THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay! Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Are you an experienced caretaker/maintenance worker and would like a pivotal role in your localcommunity? Do you have experience of being a keyholder and relish the responsibility and challengethis can bring? We require a caretaker on behalf of schools across Liverpool, this exciting opportunityhas arisen for someone to work on an ongoing basis.BENEFITSOur staff have a well-deserved reputation as being the best in Merseyside and as a reward for yourhard work and commitment you will benefit from:- a dedicated, professional and friendly specialist consultant with a 24 hour on-call facility- competitive rates of pay paid weekly, which are fully compliant under the Agency WorkersRegulations (AWR, 2011)- access to Free CPD course and Safeguarding Training- 'recommend a friend' bonus worth up to £300- flexible hours and working patternsRESPONSIBILITIES- Locking or unlocking of the school as required and ensuring general security of the site- Routine maintenance of school buildings and grounds by undertaking minor repair work, forexample changing light bulbs, erecting shelves, painting and redecorating, or minor plumbing- Cleaning duties including litter, bins and toilets- Occasional moving of heavy objects for example stock, furniture or equipment- Overseeing of external contractors visiting the school site- Support the school policies and procedures, for example relating to child safeguarding and dataprotection, and contributing to the school ethos as a wholeREQUIREMENTS- Previous experience of working in a similarly responsible site role, preferably within a school- Ability to relate well to children and adults alike- Knowledge of COSHH regulations and safe storage of materials- Basic Health & Safety knowledge, and willingness to adhere to the Code of Safe Working Practice(COSWP) for Caretaking and Premises Staff- A background in plumbing, woodwork or general 'handy-work' or DIY would be advantageous- The willingness to learn and train on the job- A strong work ethic, the ability to work as part of a team, and a professional and proactive attitudeWHAT NEXT?All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility checks,including enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and full referencing process, and thecost of any new police check (DBS) required will be met by the candidate. If you are suitable, aninterview would be offered immediately and you could start working in the school soon after.To discuss this in more detail, please contact Kia Cunningham via email ator telephone at the Liverpool branch of RandstadEducation. ABOUT USRandstad Education is the UK Market Leader for recruitment within education. We have been helpingteachers and support staff to find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges and nurseries for nearly twenty years. Working with over 2500 schools each week, our staff support over 135,000children every day across the country, so we can find the right match for your skills. The Liverpoolbranch is one of the oldest and busiest in the country and has a dedicated team of consultantsworking across primary, secondary and SEN, and we now also have a dedicated section looking afterSchool Support roles such as Catering, Technicians, Administration and Finance.

Caretaker - SW London - £28k Mon-Fri 8am to 4pm Our Property Management client is looking for a skilled, experienced and enthusiastic Caretaker to assist with the day to day running, maintenance and resident liaison on a new build, high-end housing estate based in the Battersea area. The suitable Caretaker will ensure the site is clean at all times, respond to resident queries and deal with potential maintenance issues/concerns whether that would be fixing them personally or reporting them to the Estate Manager. The position is full time, working Mon-Fri 8am to 4pm undertaking the following duties: Assisting residents and contractors with key fobs, door codes, parking arrangements etc.Reactive cleaning of the communal bin stores and potential graffiti removal.Light maintenance duties - tightening door hinges, handles, painting etc.Monthly fire alarm testing.Ensure all contractor permits are in order whilst checking that works are being followed in line with issued and specific method statements.Ensuring H&S compliance at all times, repeating any breaches as requiredManage the site office administration and ensure safety reports, O&M’s, key management, fob issue and management and site welfare facilities are in order.Report all repairs to the Property Manager, if unable to fix personallyChanging lightbulbs The suitable Caretaker will live in (or close enough to commute to) SW London (for an 8am start), have excellent customer service skills, good computer literacy and administration skills, knowledge of cleaning equipment and basic repairs/DIY skills. Salary for the successful Caretaker will start at £28k with reviews and uplifts based on tenure and performance. If you are an experienced Caretaker seeking a full time employed role and meet the above criteria please apply now for immediate consideration and further info.