Caretaker

Lee on Solent, Hampshire, GB, PO13 9LT

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. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Caretaker

33 Montserrat Road, Lee on Solent Gosport Hants PO13 9LT

£13.52 per hour

4 hours per week

Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Caretaker at 33 Montserrat Road, Lee on Solent Gosport Hants PO13 9LT.

At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible.

We’re a national organisation, but we’re not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence.

No matter your job – delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams – your work makes a difference every day.

And working with us isn’t just another job. It’s rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people’s lives. Plus, we’ll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits.

The role of Caretaker will include:

Carrying out weekly Health and Safety checks and risk assessments, adhering to relevant regulations and guidelines

Fulfilling general caretaking duties, including basic repairs, cleaning, landscaping, and grounds maintenance duties

Maintaining an adequate supply of tools and equipment and restocking as necessary, to enable the effective delivery of services

Completing accurate daily work records and providing timely updates to customers

Identifying potential maintenance issues and reporting these in a timely manner, to maintain a safe environment

Skills and experiences:

Previous experience in a similar caretaking or maintenance role is essential

Ability to identify and/or carry out minor repairs

An understanding of basic health and safety in the workplace

Practical experience in operating hand tools and light machinery is desirable

Strong communication (both written and verbal) and organisational skills are key to this role

Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

Are you ready to be your best?

Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:

At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays) pro rata

A pension scheme with employer contributions

A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers

Health and well-being plans

Life assurance

Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working

Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme

A wide range of learning and development opportunities

We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application.

We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don’t miss out, please apply early.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

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