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Job Title: Housing Caretaker - Facilities and Environment
Location: 152 Broadmead Road, Woodford Green, Greater London, IG8 0AG
Employer: Redbridge Council
Start Date: 21 July 2025
Duration: 12 weeks (temporary)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm
Rate:

• Umbrella: 19.34 per hour

About the Role:
Redbridge Council is seeking three reliable and hardworking Housing Caretakers to join the Environmental Services Team within the Housing Group. This is a temporary opportunity covering authorised absence across a 12-week period.

As a Housing Caretaker, you will be part of a small, dedicated team responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety across communal internal and external areas of council-owned housing. You will be expected to carry out a range of caretaking duties such as sweeping, mopping, litter picking, dusting, removing bulk waste, and maintaining cleanliness of car parks and service roads.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and maintain communal areas in line with agreed schedules

• Ensure compliance with all health and safety, fire safety, and building safety regulations

• Remove litter and bulk waste

• Carry out routine inspections and report any issues

• Represent the Council professionally when working on estates

Candidate Requirements:

• Physically fit and able to carry out manual work

• Previous experience in a caretaking or cleaning role

• Strong awareness of health and safety practices

• Full UK manual driving licence is essential

• Willingness to wear appropriate PPE (including steel toe cap boots)

Interview Process:
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a paid trial day on site from 8am to 4pm. Candidates must arrive with full PPE and appropriate workwear.

Required Documents for Submission:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

• Signed confidentiality agreement

• Two years of references or work history

Additional Documents upon Offer:

• Completed Criminal Convictions Declaration

To Apply:
Please send your CV and required documents to [email protected].

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