Caretaker

Caretaker

Full-Time 14.8 - 14.8 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Keep our site clean and safe for students, staff, and visitors every day.
  • Company: Join Share, a charity empowering disabled adults with a supportive culture.
  • Benefits: Earn £14.80 per hour, enjoy a flexible 30-hour work week, and make a difference.
  • Other info: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
  • Why this job: Make a daily impact by helping others live independently in a vibrant community.
  • Qualifications: Experience in cleaning and a passion for supporting disabled individuals.

The predicted salary is between 14.8 - 14.8 £ per hour.

We are looking for someone to keep our Share Clapham Junction site clean and well maintained. The role of the site caretaker is to create a safe, clean and well‑maintained environment for students, staff and visitors every day. You will be responsible for cleaning offices, classrooms, kitchens, toilets and carrying out periodic deep clean of internal and external spaces.

Job Details

  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Salary: London Living Wage – £14.80 per hour
  • Working Hours: 30 hours per week; 6 hours per day, Monday – Friday
  • Location: Share Clapham Junction, 64 Altenburg Gardens, London, UK, SW11 1JL (occasionally required to work at Tooting, Brixton and Vauxhall sites)
  • Reports to: HR Advisor
  • Closing Date: 10 Jul 2026 – 5:00pm

Responsibilities

  • Clean the site, including toilets, office spaces and a shared kitchen.
  • Handle chemicals and cleaning agents safely, keeping them locked away.
  • Maintain and replace fixtures and fittings, and move and assemble furniture.
  • Conduct and record regular fire alarm tests, ensuring fire exits and evacuation routes remain free from obstruction.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Experience of cleaning in a commercial, domestic, retail or office setting.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a thorough cleaning standard.
  • Good understanding of health and safety regulations, infection control and deep cleaning.
  • Passion for helping disabled people enjoy greater autonomy and understanding of how to support this goal.

Why Work for Us?

Share is a registered charity dedicated to empowering disabled adults. Our values are built on recognition of individual talents and a supportive working environment where everyone feels valued. We are committed to inclusion and hold a Gold Investors in People accreditation, underscoring our focus on people’s potential rather than limitations. As a caretaker, you will make a daily difference by helping people live as independently as possible.

Equal Opportunities

Share is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from minority ethnic communities and individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. We do not provide visa sponsorship and require the legal right to work in the UK.

Reference and Check Requirements

All successful applications will be subject to two satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and proof of the right to work in the UK.

Application Process

Please submit your CV and cover letter through the ‘Apply now’ button on this page. For enquiries, contact the HR team at hradmin@sharecommunity.org.uk or 020 7924 2949.

Caretaker employer: Share Community

At Share, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering adults with learning disabilities and autism through creative programmes. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional growth. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a unique chance to contribute to a vision of inclusivity and independence, making every day rewarding and fulfilling.

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Contact Details:

Share Community Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Caretaker

Cleaning Skills
Attention to Detail
Health and Safety Knowledge
Infection Control
Deep Cleaning Techniques
Chemical Handling
Furniture Assembly