Post Ref: H141 Area Caretaker

Are you searching for a career where no two days are the same?

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Caretaker to join our Housing Repairs team. This is an important frontline role where you will help ensure our estates and communal areas are clean, safe, and well-maintained for residents.
As a Caretaker, you will carry out routine inspections of blocks and estates, identifying and addressing issues such as litter, fly-tipping, graffiti, and other environmental concerns. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards across our housing stock while providing excellent customer service to tenants and residents.

We’re looking for an individual who has experience of: 

• Working in a caretaker or similar role
• Awareness of health and safety issues
• Accurate record keeping
• Working with internal and external stakeholders including colleagues from other departments

The ideal candidate will: 

• Have the ability to work alone and as a small team
• Be enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Have a flexible approach to meet the needs of a demanding service
• Be someone who represents our GREAT values and behaviours

What we offer:

• Fantastic holiday entitlement of 28 days a year (plus bank holidays)
• Competitive local government pension scheme
• To help you succeed, we’ll provide you with a company van and all the support you need
• Power tools will be supplied for this position
• Ability to work flexibly

What you need to know:

If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please contact our team leaders Neil Anstiss 07720809648 or Matt Fletcher 07773111869.

Successfully shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend an interview in order to determine suitability for the role. 

Our preferred method of applying for jobs is online at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/currentvacancies (please do not send CVs).

Please quote reference No: H141

Closing date: 3 August 2026

Expected interview date: TBC

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Why join us?

The Council has five GREAT values which represent our standards and expectations of how we’ll work.

As a disability confident employer and an organisation that is committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

The Council embraces flexible ways of working to ensure that we can attract the best talent and experience and get the most from our employees. Whilst meeting the needs of our residents is a priority and we can’t guarantee we can accept all flexible working requests, we are happy to discuss your options when you apply for a job with us.

As a Broxtowe Borough Council employee you can enjoy many benefits including a generous pension fund, loyalty awards and family friendly policies to help you balance your work and family life, as well as discounts and offers as part of our employee benefits scheme.

Read more about the benefits of working at Broxtowe Borough Council.