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About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamThe CRE Estate Services Team is a multidisciplinary team looking after 3 of the councils housing estates (Cambridge Road Estate, Cambridge Gardens and Arun House) located in Kingston The range of services the team will deliver are: Block Cleaning, Deep Cleaning, Bulk/Graffiti, Removal, Minor Communal Repairs and responding to other estate issues.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe role reports directly to the CRE Estate Manager and forms part of a team that is responsible for ensuring that the council's housing estates are tidy, litter free, clean, safe and assisting in keeping the communal areas in a good state of repair.Working hours (including an unpaid lunch break) are:<ul><li>7.30am - 3.45 pm - Monday - Thursday</li><li>7:30am - 3:30pm Friday</li></ul>And a uniform and all equipment are suppliedAbout YouIn order to successfully deliver the responsibilities of the role, you will need to:<ul><li>Question and challenge ways of working, with an understanding of the bigger picture in terms of the corporate context and external environment</li><li>Demonstrate agility and adaptability in mind set and ways of working</li><li>Work successfully with key stakeholders within and outside of the Council</li><li>Demonstrate commitment to own personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the role</li><li>Demonstrate innovation and creativity</li><li>Actively engage in positive cross organisational communications and team working</li><li>Communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately with colleagues using the best methods of communication for the task.</li><li>&nbsp;You understand the importance of health and safety in relation to the caretaking of social housing and housing estates.</li><li>You have knowledge and experience of cleaning or caretaking, ideally in a social housing/commercial setting</li><li>&nbsp;Operates effectively in an environment that requires work outdoors in all weathers,includes potential exposure to hazardous substances, manual handling of heavy objects.</li><li>Able to use a smartphone/basic IT databases</li><li>Ability to carry out a range of basic maintenance tasks</li><li>You have experience of deep cleaning and use of specialist cleaning equipment and machinery. - Desirable</li><li>Ability to drive a motor vehicle as and when required</li><li>Hold a current full uk driving license (Desirable)</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Estate Cleaner Caretaker

Caretaker ManchesterContract Type: Permanent 36.25 hours per weekSalary: £23,815 per yearReporting Office: Stretford, M32 0JTWorking Location: Trafford Borough and surrounding areasPersona: Mobile/Site BasedWorking Pattern: 8am to 4pmClosing date for completed applications: 25th NovemberInterviews will be held on: Week commencing 1st December at our office in StretfordEarly applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. *Previous Applicants May Not Apply*<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: 28 days Annual Leave pro rata rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Join our CleanStart Team at L&amp;Q:We are looking for a Caretaker to work in our high performing front line service.You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and will be expected to maintain excellent service to our customers and colleagues.This rewarding and challenging role, includes working across the borough and delivering services to our residents.Experience of a similar role would be beneficial, full training is also provided to reach the required standards.If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply to join our CleanStart Team at L&amp;Q.Your impact in the role:<ul><li>Provide an excellent Caretaking and cleaning service</li><li>Use of various chemicals and mandatory PPE</li><li>Reporting on site issues</li><li>Work in a fast paced customer focused role, ensuring high standard of service at all times</li><li>Carrying out litter picking</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>Basic knowledge of tools and materials associated with Cleaning and removals</li><li>The ability to solve problems.</li><li>Ability to work without supervision to tight deadlines</li><li>Awareness of risks associated to work tasks.</li><li>Excellent customer service skills</li><li>Using mobile phone applications</li><li>Ability to travel between sites is essential</li></ul>DBSFor this post the successful candidate will need to apply for or be in possession of an Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) to enable them to work within the team. For further information about the Disclosure Barring Service please visit <a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England.At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click here to read more.If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!#TJ





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London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Caretaker Manchester - 7271

Estate Services Caretaker – Make a Visible Difference Every Day Do you take pride in keeping things clean, safe, and running smoothly? Love being out and about, meeting people, and making a real impact in your community? Then this could be the perfect role for you.At Peabody, we’re looking for a hands-on, people-focused Estate Services Caretaker to help us keep our estates looking their best. From lighting checks to cleaning communal areas, you’ll be the friendly face residents rely on to keep things spotless and welcoming.What Your Day Might Look Like<ul><li>Start with a lighting check—swap out any bulbs that need replacing</li><li>Roll up your sleeves and get stuck into cleaning duties across your designated areas</li><li>Work closely with your team and residents to keep things running smoothly and safely</li><li>Be a visible, approachable presence on-site five days a week</li></ul>What Makes This Role SpecialYou won’t be stuck behind a desk—you’ll be out on site, making a real difference every day. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values your input and gives you the tools to succeed, including a company van to help you get the job done.And here’s a little extra: once you’re employed at Peabody, you can refer friends to any of our roles and receive £250 when they start!We’re Looking for Someone Who<ul><li>Has a full, clean UK driving licence</li><li>Brings experience in caretaking or cleaning</li><li>Knows their way around powered equipment</li><li>Loves helping people and takes pride in their work</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What You’ll Get in Return<ul><li>30 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)</li><li>2 paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Access to a flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>And the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a real difference</li></ul>Please Read Before ApplyingThis role requires a Basic DBS check and a full UK driving licence. Please note: Peabody does not offer sponsorship for this role.Interviews are ongoing until Friday 28th November.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Got questions? Reach out to George Murphy, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:george.murphy@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</a>





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