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Housing Caretaker


Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description: Caretaker / Cleaner (2-Month Contract with Local Authority)

Summary:
This temporary position is designed to cover sickness until 12.8.26 offering a pay rate of 15.37 per hour. The role involves providing a high-quality caretaking and cleaning service across council housing stock. The aim is to ensure communal areas are clean safe and well-maintained supporting a positive living environment for residents while ensuring compliance with health safety and building regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform cleaning of internal and external communal areas including:
    • Sweeping mopping and dusting
    • Litter picking and waste removal
    • Cleaning entrances stairwells and shared spaces
    • Sweeping car parks service roads and outdoor areas
  • Remove bulk waste and ensure safe and correct disposal.
  • Collaborate as part of a small caretaking team to deliver efficient and reliable service.
  • Maintain cleanliness and presentation standards across all assigned areas.
  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety fire safety and building safety regulations.
  • Identify and report maintenance issues hazards or concerns within communal areas.
  • Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and appropriately.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues supervisors and residents when required.

Requirements
Requirements:

  • Experience:
    • Previous experience in a caretaking cleaning or facilities role within a professional environment.
    • Experience working in communal or residential settings (desirable).
    • Experience adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Qualifications:
    • No formal qualifications required; relevant cleaning or caretaking training is beneficial.
    • Full clean UK Manual Driving Licence (essential).
  • Knowledge & Skills:
    • Strong understanding of cleaning practices and use of equipment.
    • Knowledge of health safety fire and building compliance standards.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks.
    • Reliable hardworking and conscientious approach to work.
    • Good communication and organisational skills.
Additional Information:

  • Working hours: 36 hours per week.
  • Monday to Thursday: 8 am - 4 pm with a 10-minute tea break at 10 am and a 45-minute lunch break from 12:30 pm to 1:15 pm.
  • Friday: 8 am - 4 pm with a 10-minute tea break at 10 am and a 1-hour lunch break from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm.
  • Must attend the first day with steel toe-capped boots and suitable workwear for a short introduction and trial day.
  • Driving license essential.
  • Bi-weekly schedule.
  • The role closes soon apply ASAP.


Required Skills:

Requirements: Experience: Previous experience in a caretaking cleaning or facilities role within a professional environment. Experience working in communal or residential settings (desirable). Experience adhering to health and safety regulations. Qualifications: No formal qualifications required; relevant cleaning or caretaking training is beneficial. Full clean UK Manual Driving Licence (essential). Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of cleaning practices and use of equipment. Knowledge of health safety fire and building compliance standards. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks. Reliable hardworking and conscientious approach to work. Good communication and organisational skills. Additional Information: Working hours: 36 hours per week. Monday to Thursday: 8 am - 4 pm with a 10-minute tea break at 10 am and a 45-minute lunch break from 12:30 pm to 1:15 pm. Friday: 8 am - 4 pm with a 10-minute tea break at 10 am and a 1-hour lunch break from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm. Must attend the first day with steel toe-capped boots and suitable workwear for a short introduction and trial day. Driving license essential. Bi-weekly schedule. The role closes soon apply ASAP.