Reference: CCC00369Description: Residential CaretakerDue to the current postholder’s retirement, we have a rare and exciting opportunity for someone who has a desire to take personal responsibility for the caretaking service for a dedicated estate in Cambridge, focusing on maintaining a clean, safe, and pleasant environment for our residents.The Role:In this role, you will be responsible for:Maintaining a high standard of cleaning in communal areasRecording and reporting on the standard of other serviced on the estate such as landscaping, window cleaning, refuse collection, etcCarrying out daily site inspections to identify hazards or security issues, and to check that lifts or alarms are in working orderCarrying out minor repairs such as changing communal light bulbs, unblocking drains and gutters, etcActing as a point of contact for residents on the estateAbout You:Our ideal candidate will be able to work on their own without supervision for a significant period of the day. They will join us with previous experience of cleaning and caretaking in a large public environment and working knowledge and experience of manual handling.You will have excellent customer service skills and have the ability to build effective relationships with our residents. If this sounds like you, we would welcome your application.Due to the nature of this position, you will need to have a full driving licence with Class B.In return we can offer:A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methodsAccess to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) SchemeAgile and Flexible workingAnnual leave purchasing schemeAnnually negotiated pay and award progressionConfidential advice and support via an Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing HubCycle to Work SchemeFamily friendly policiesFlexible Bank HolidaysGenerous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time).Gym MembershipLifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and moreProfessional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on the roleRelocation Assistance may be payable in approved casesStaff reward and recognition frameworkSubsidy for public transportHours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.Although the role is advertised as full time, if you believe you have the skills and experience to join us and would like to discuss different working patterns, please do get in touch. Working Pattern: Fixed hours Monday – Thursday 8am – 4pm, Friday 8am – 3:30pm(occasional Saturdays required)Contract: PermanentSalary: £28,624 - £31,067 per annum (City Pay Band 3), pro rata for part time.Location:On Site - CambridgeMore Information: To find out more about the requirements of the role please visit www.cambridge.gov.uk/careers and click on ‘Our Vacancies’. There you can search for the role and download the Role Profile which will tell you a bit more about the role.You can also click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours or Equality & Diversity in RecruitmentIf you would like an informal chat, please contact Vishnu Guvvala on 07709716488 or email Vishnu.Guvvala@cambridge.gov.ukApplication Process: To be considered for this role, please scroll below to ‘Apply Online’ and complete an application.If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to yourEmployee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.Recruitment Timetable: If you would like to be considered for this role, you will need to apply by 11 May 2025**Cambridge City Council is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.**Region: Location: Salary: *GBP*28,624 - *GBP*31,067 per annum (City Pay Band 3), pro rata for part time.Package: Contractual hours: 37Basis: Full time