Caretaker
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | City of London, London |
| Area | London, England |
| Sector | ResidentialResidential - Porters/Caretakers |
| Salary | Up to £21840 per annum |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Job Ref | SB1_1777284067 |
- Description
Caretaker (Residential Development)
Monday-Saturday | 7:00am - 12:00pmWe are seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to support the day-to-day upkeep of a well-maintained residential development. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in maintaining high standards and enjoys being a visible and helpful presence within a community.
Working closely with the Property Manager and RTM company, you will play a key role in ensuring the building remains clean, safe, secure and welcoming for residents and visitors.
The Role
You will be responsible for maintaining the internal and external communal areas of the development to a high standard, carrying out regular inspections, minor repairs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures.
This is a morning-based role, ideal for someone seeking consistent part-time hours across six days per week.
Key Responsibilities
Ensuring all communal areas are clean, presentable and well maintained (including litter picking)
Hoovering, mopping and cleaning of entrances, stairwells, lifts and shared spaces
Daily cleaning of high-touch points (doors, lift buttons, railings, intercoms)
Dusting and polishing communal areas throughout the week
Car park sweeping and refuse management, including bin movements for collections
Conducting daily patrols to identify maintenance issues or leaseholder breaches
Completing weekly and monthly inspection reports with accurate record keeping
Monitoring and supervising authorised contractors onsite, logging all activity
Undertaking routine general repairs (e.g. bulb replacement, minor fixes, door locks)
Managing secure storage and sign-in/out records for keys and parcels
Weekly emergency lighting and fire system checks (including documentation)
Reporting any faults or serious concerns to the Property Manager promptly
About You
Previous experience in a caretaker, maintenance or facilities role (residential experience preferred)
Basic maintenance and DIY skills
Good understanding of health & safety procedures
Organised with strong attention to detail
Professional and approachable when dealing with residents and contractors
Able to work independently and manage time effectively
This is an excellent opportunity for someone dependable and practical who enjoys maintaining high standards and being part of a residential community.
If you are interested in applying, please get in touch for further details.
