Mobile Caretaker - Voids Clearance and Cleaning in Paignton

Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.

We have an opportunity for a Mobile Caretaker to join our Voids team within Property Services in Paignton. This role involves removing customers’ furniture and belongings from void properties and carrying out a final clean once work has been completed by the voids team so property is left in lettable standard for a new customer to move in. This is a varied role and includes also tasks that involve lifting and moving heavy items, removing fly tipping, needle sweep, cutting grass and various gardening works. A company van will be provided for business use only along with training.

The role of Caretaker will include:

• Undertaking general caretaking duties including cleaning, removing bulk waste and ground maintenance to void properties, this may also include communal areas such as stairs, doors and windows.
• Carry out property clearances, removal of fly-tipping, needle sweeps, pest treatments, and final cleans.
• Perform grounds maintenance tasks including litter picking, shrub cutting, weed control treatments, and general upkeep.
• Communicate effectively with management and update paper and electronic records daily.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in a suitable condition.
• Work to strict deadlines and keep managers updated on progress.

Skills and experiences:

• Experience in a similar role or completing similar tasks.
• Practical experience in operating hand tools and light machinery.
• Some experience of working to deadlines and prioritising workloads.
• Attention to detail in terms of getting property to a standard where we can move new customers in.
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

This role will involve driving on company business. To drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence.

About us: We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Advice Service including counselling.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Voluntary health plans.
• Employee discounts.
• Wellbeing support and tools.
• Employee recognition scheme.
• Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues.

£25,400 per annum (rising to £26,737 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance).

Closing Date: 29 January 2026. Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 2nd February 2026. The exact date will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates.

If you’re unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission.

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.