Title: Caretaker
London, London, GB, E9 5QG
Caretaker
Kingsmead
£29,912 - £31,486 per year
40 hours per week
We have an opportunity for a Caretaker to join our team in Kingsmead. As a Caretaker you will be responsible for providing a maintenance service by undertaking caretaking and general cleaning of communal areas. The ideal candidate will have either cleaning or caretaking experience and a track record of delivering high quality services, demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and high levels of customer service.
The role of Caretaker will include:
- Grounds maintenance tasks to include litter picking and general upkeep
- Working with customers and responding positively to resolve issues and improve services
- Completing all documents and paperwork concerning tasks completed
- Carrying out Health and Safety Inspections and reporting necessary repairs
- Complying with relevant policies and be Health and Safety orientated
- Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in a suitable condition
- Ensuring all supplies and stocks are ordered
Skills and experiences:
- Experience in a similar cleaning role or completing similar tasks
- Practical experience in operating hand tools and light machinery
- Some experience of working to deadlines and prioritizing workloads
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
- Good communication and customer care skills
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.
Our Benefits
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 (rising to a maximum of 30 days) 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
- Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
- £29,912 per annum (rising to £31,486 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
Closing Date:7 October 2026
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 –
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
View more detail about what it’s like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at -
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.
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Caretaker in London employer: Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and employee development. With competitive salaries and a focus on career growth, employees enjoy the opportunity to enhance their skills while contributing to the beautification of Southwest Scotland's landscapes. The on-site role fosters a strong sense of community and purpose, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited Recruitment Team
