Caretaker, General Labor

Overview

We're looking for a Caretaker to join our team in Bermondsey. You will support the team to ensure our properties are maintained to a high standard by carrying out a variety of tasks including cleaning and handy person duties.

You will deliver a professional, customer‑service focused service to ensure our properties are safe and work towards our good homes standard.

You will join our new Independent Approved Premises commissioned by Criminal Justice Service (IAP). The service supports residents who have recently been released from prison who move into our residential accommodation, helping them reintegrate into the community and reducing re‑offending rates.

• Clean buildings and rooms including end‑of‑tenancy deep cleans
• Keep garden soil and refuse clear of damp courses and air bricks
• Prepare accommodation for new occupants
• Carry out basic repairs and maintenance, including furniture upkeep, gardening, replacing bulbs, painting and decorating
• Work closely with teams to carry out risk assessments
• Work with external partners for additional repair tasks

• Proven appropriate experience in a similar role, such as housekeeping, cleaning or handyperson work
• Proactive nature with the ability to make decisions and use initiative to provide logical solutions, taking ownership and accountability
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including relationship building
• Attention to detail and quality, with a high level of organisational skills
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environment laws and practices in accommodation settings
• Understanding of the housing needs of people with multiple and complex needs
• Alignment with our values of ambition, empowerment, inclusivity and transparency

• 25 days (full‑time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with length of service
• Employer pension contribution
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support mental health and wellbeing at work
• Training and development, including access to courses, upskilling and progression plans
• Employee assistance programme, including counselling
• Life assurance scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Annual staff awards
• EDI ambassador programme