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Senior Caretaker – Lead the Charge in Keeping Our Communities Clean, Safe and SparklingAre you someone who takes pride in creating clean, safe spaces for others? As a Senior Caretaker, you’ll be the go-to person on your estate—leading a small frontline team, rolling up your sleeves, and making sure everything from bin rooms to communal areas is spotless and hazard-free.You’ll be hands-on, proactive, and passionate about maintaining high standards. Whether it’s jet-washing a walkway, scrubbing floors, or supporting your team to deliver Peabody’s Gold Standard for Cleanliness, you’ll be making a visible difference every day.What you’ll do<ul><li>Lead and support a small team to deliver scheduled caretaking services across residential blocks</li><li>Carry out communal cleaning, litter clearance, and deep cleaning tasks (think jet washing, floor scrubbing, and graffiti removal)</li><li>Tidy bin rooms, remove bulk refuse, and keep paths safe in icy weather</li><li>Conduct lighting checks and emergency lighting tests</li><li>Allocate duties, monitor performance, and report defects using Peabody systems</li><li>Organise tools, equipment, and PPE, ensuring everything’s safe and ready to go</li><li>Promote health and safety across your site and respond to complaints with professionalism</li></ul>What you’ll need<ul><li>Experience in caretaking or cleaning services</li><li>Strong leadership and time management skills</li><li>Excellent customer service and communication abilities</li><li>General practical skills and Health &amp; Safety awareness (including COSHH)</li><li>Ability to work independently and under pressure</li><li>A good standard of literacy and attention to detail</li><li>Experience liaising with the public and resolving issues on site</li><li>A current UK driving licence</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 We Offer<ul><li>30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Up to 4% pension contribution matched by Peabody</li><li>Access to a range of wellbeing and support services</li><li>Paid volunteering days</li><li>Discounts on retail, travel, and more</li></ul>Please read before applyingThis is a site-based role with physical duties and leadership responsibilities. You’ll need to be confident working independently and managing a small team. Interviews will be held in person on Wednesday 22nd October.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.If you have any questions, feel free to contact 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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Peabody

Senior Caretaker

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Building Services Officer – Abbey Lane Children’s Centre Salary £30,288 – £31,611 per annum&nbsp; Location: Abbey Lane Children’s Centre This is not a hybrid role – it requires the successful candidate to be present in person in the workplace Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week. Closing date: 16th October 2025 Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week – exact working hours to be agreed with the site Team: Building Services About Us Newham is one of London’s most dynamic and diverse boroughs — and we’re proud of it. With over 220 languages spoken and home to some of the capital’s most iconic landmarks (think Olympic Park, Westfield Stratford City, and Green Street), Newham is a place full of energy, culture, and opportunity. We’re undergoing rapid transformation with new homes, jobs, and investment reshaping the borough — and now, we're looking for someone like you to be part of that journey.&nbsp; We’re looking for a hands-on, reliable Building Services Officer to support the day-to-day running of the Abbey Lane Children’s Centre. You’ll be responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and functional environment for staff and service users. Key Duties Include: <ul>
<li>Opening/closing the building and managing access</li> <li>Fire alarm and compliance checks (weekly/monthly)</li> <li>Minor maintenance and repairs (e.g. lighting, blockages)</li> <li>Routine building inspections and safety reporting</li> <li>Room setup and porterage duties</li> <li>Site cleaning, hygiene, and infection control</li> <li>Acting as First Aider and Fire Warden</li> </ul> About You: <ul>
<li>Facilities or caretaking experience</li> <li>Knowledge of Health &amp; Safety standards</li> <li>Flexible, practical, and team-oriented</li> <li>Willing to work on-site full-time (no hybrid option)</li> <li>A clear enhanced DBS check is required</li> </ul> Apply now if you're committed to high standards and want to make a real impact in a vital community setting. Please Note: This is NOT a hybrid role, but flexible working will be considered subject to the exigencies of the service. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 16th October 2025. However, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.&nbsp; You will need to outline how you meet the person specification, competencies in the job profile attached and what you are able to bring to the role. Good luck with your application. Please view JD here Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Building Services Officer - Abbey Lane Children's Centre

<h4>Additional details</h4>Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>The role</h4>Southwark bereavement services manages three cemeteries and one crematorium.We are currently looking to recruit a Cemetery Team Leader to build on the achievements of our service and assist in delivering services for the bereaved, within this role you will be part of an ambitious, successful team providing our residents with high quality, customer focussed, respectful and sensitive services.You will have experience of working within a bereavement or care related industry in either a corporate environment or similar local authority and a willingness to undertake continuous professional and personal development.As a Team Leader, you will be required to lead a team of 3 operatives and undertake a wide variety of duties in delivering services and maintain standards within our cemeteries in accordance with the relevant statutory legislation, health and safety, local responsibilities and management of memorials.The post holder will be required to represent the service and promote the active participation of the public, working closely with residents, community groups, charities, sponsors and third-party organisations.About You:<ul><li>Organise plans and prioritise workloads effectively</li><li>Be flexible and responsive to the needs of the service</li><li>Work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Define problems and produce innovative solutions</li><li>Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a wide range of people including members, senior officers, and community representatives</li></ul>About Southwark: We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert Closing Date: 11.59 pm on the 19th October 2025Interview Date: Monday 27th October 2025Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2624713&amp;ptId=108139" target="_blank">Click to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Cemeteries Team Leader

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Salary: NJC Outer London - Grade 5 - Spine point 13-15- £33,010.00 FTE- £33,985.00 FTE
Start Date: 5th January 2026
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours per week:&nbsp;Monday - Friday - 36 hours per week
Working Pattern:&nbsp;All year round.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Join the Inspire Partnership Trust as a Site Supervisor and be a part of transforming lives through education!
Inspire Partnership Academy Trust is a family of schools across Croydon, Medway, and Greenwich, dedicated to providing a life-changing education to children. Our collaborative approach aims to make a positive impact on the lives of both children and communities we serve. At the core of our values are Collaboration, Excellence, Friendship, Resilience, Respect, and Responsibility, which guide us in caring for, enriching, and teaching every child.
What Makes Us Special
What sets us apart is the opportunity to work at the forefront of educational thinking and practice, supported by exceptional training and development programs. We offer ground-breaking research projects and collaborative work with talented and innovative colleagues at both local and national levels.
West Thornton Primary School: Making a Difference
West Thornton Primary School is on a journey of rapid improvement, striving to provide an exceptional learning experience for our wonderful children. Our vision is to ensure children receive the very best education, making a life-changing difference within our diverse community of Croydon.
Join Our Team
We are looking for resilient, passionate, and ambitious individuals to join our school and partnership, inspiring a generation of children.
What We Offer
As a Site Supervisor with Inspire Partnership Trust, you'll enjoy a range of benefits:
Ongoing professional development to support your growth
Commitment to staff wellbeing, as members of the staff wellbeing charter
Generous Annual Leave to maintain a healthy work-life balance
Annual Incremental Pay Increases to recognize your dedication
Enhanced Family Friendly Pay, including maternity, paternity, and enhanced sickness pay
Local Government Pension Scheme for your future security
Eye care voucher scheme to support your health and wellbeing
Extensive Training and Induction program to ensure you feel confident and equipped in your role
Join Us Today
If you are ready to be a part of our dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of children, please apply for the Site Supervisor role.
To find out more or request an application pack, contact&nbsp;Janine Fernandes&nbsp;on&nbsp;07706 829 391 or by email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:croydonhubrecruitment@inspirepartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">croydonhubrecruitment@inspirepartnership.co.uk</a>.
All aspects of the application form must be fully completed to be considered for shortlisting, furthermore, please ensure that the Personal Statement in your application form addresses how you meet the duties outlined in the Person Specification.&nbsp;Please kindly note, we do not accept CV’s.&nbsp;Please fill out the application form that is attached to this vacancy.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process. Early applications are advised, as interviews will be ongoing.
Closing Date: 17th October 2025 at 12:00pm
Please note we will only accept applications from candidates who have documentary evidence that they have the right to work in the UK. West Thornton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, volunteers, and external agencies to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, Medical Clearance, and satisfactory Employment References.

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