Mobile Caretaker

Benefits

We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren’t simply little extras added on at the end; they’re fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard.

That’s why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day.

Our full benefits offering can be found here:

Salary
: £10,169.59 pa

Employment type
:
Permanent, Part Time – 14.5 hours – Thursday (7.5hrs) / Friday (7hrs)

Location
:
Bedford, UK – Covering multiple sites

Are you passionate about creating safe, welcoming environments for residents? Do you thrive in a role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to help others? bpha is seeking a dedicated Caretaker to join our team and play a vital part in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and community spirit of our buildings.

• Deliver a high-quality, customer-focused caretaking service to our residents.
• Respond swiftly to emergencies and act as a first responder, ensuring the ongoing safety of communal buildings.
• Complete health and safety assessments, keep accurate records, and help bpha meet statutory and legislative requirements.
• Supervise contractors and maintenance teams on site, assisting with tasks like grass cutting, window cleaning, and repairs.
• Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly safety checks—including fire alarms, emergency lighting, fire doors, and lifts.
• Ensure communal areas are clean, safe, and free from hazards, following bpha’s “Move It or Lose It” process.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, reading meters, and adjusting time switches.
• Work closely with housing officers and other stakeholders to provide a joint approach to building safety.
• Manage challenging situations with empathy and professionalism, supporting residents and liaising with emergency services when needed.

• Ability to work independently (lone working) and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience in cleaning and general maintenance.
• Confident using Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Asprey data systems.
• Relevant qualifications (or equivalent experience) such as Legionella P900, Level 2 VRQ Award in Asset and Building Compliance Awareness.
• COSHH training is desirable.

• We take responsibility:
  We do what we say and hold ourselves accountable.
• We show empathy:
  We respect and listen to every colleague and customer.
• We are better together:
  We collaborate, value diversity, and achieve more as one team.
• We are ambitious:
  We strive for excellence and make a positive difference for more people.

• Be part of a supportive, ambitious team committed to excellence.
• Make a real impact on the safety and wellbeing of our residents.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Work in a role where your actions truly matter, every single day.