Caretaker inEye inEye PUBLISHED MON 27 JAN 2025

To work within the facilities team to undertake general caretaking and handyperson duties in NHS Property Services premises, undertaking tasks in line with company policies and procedures. To ensure the completion of caretaking duties and basic maintenance tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

1. Ensure that the buildings are well maintained, i.e. heating, lighting, ventilation and fire alarms are operational, testing where required and reporting any potential hazards or required repairs using designated procedure and ensure that all corridors, stairs, stairwells and fire exit doors are kept free from obstructions. 2. Work as part of a departmental team understanding the inter-relationships between own team and other services and support and assist their work.

About us

We have a fantastic opportunity for a full time Caretaker to join our team based at Hartismere Hospital. Hours of Work will be:

37.5 hours. Permanent.

Working pattern- 8.30am-4.30pm

Pay £12.77 per hour.

DBS & Driving license required.

Training will be provided.

This is a mobile role covering Suffolk and North East Essex. Requirements for the role: To work within the facilities team to undertake general caretaking and handyperson duties in NHS Property Services premises, undertaking tasks in line with company policies and procedures. To ensure the completion of caretaking duties and basic maintenance tasks in a timely and efficient manner. What we can offer you:

27 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday.

Training and development opportunities, providing opportunities for you to develop and progress through our Professional Excellence Framework.

SMART Pension contribution into which the company will contribute up to 6%.

NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme.

15 hours (pro-rata) of paid time off to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We have a great Colleague Assistance Programme and offer support for all areas of life.

An organisation with a passion We are an organisation with a passion for giving back. Putting money back into the NHS, raising £150,000 over 3 years for our charity partner Young Lives vs Cancer, supporting colleagues to volunteer within their local communities, and being committed to creating a sustainable working environment on our pledge to become net zero carbon by 2050. We understand that it's important to feel like the work you do is having a meaningful impact on society, and through our approach to being a responsible business, we make sure that every colleague is given the opportunity to make a difference. Our culture and values seek to place our NHS colleagues and their patients, at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity, and we are working hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications. Contact our Talent team at to find out more.