Job Description

About the Role

The Woodbridge Family Centre is seeking an experienced, dedicated, and proactive Caretaker to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks at our residential sites located in Milton Keynes and Northampton. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the service delivery for children and families we work with, enabling them to continue living in a well-maintained, safe environment.

Key Responsibilities

General grounds maintenance, including grass cutting and hedge trimming where necessary. Undertake and record regular checks on fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, playground equipment, legionella risks, etc. Undertake a range of maintenance duties as directed by the Centre Managers, that contribute to the maintenance of the premises (eg carpentry, plumbing and decorating.) Create and manage a rolling decoration program to be planned and completed. Manage contractors on site when carrying out repairs and maintenance, monitor the safety of their working practices/quality of work. Always ensure safe pedestrian access, including keeping paths and entrances clear of leaves and moss, as well as gritting and snow clearing during severe weather. Carry out any other reasonable activities as requested by the Centre Managers.

About You:

Essential -

Experienced multi-skilled maintenance operative

Able to work effectively without direct supervision

Organised, pragmatic, and solutions-focused

Desirable -

Previous experience in a similar role

Due to the nature of the role, the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure must be undertaken (DBS).

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Flexitime On-site parking
Experience:

Maintenance: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Experience - General DIY, plumbing and basic electrics (required)
Work Location: In person