About the role
Housing Caretaker (Motherwell House Corby) – Part Time, 12 hrs per week (4 hours per day, 3 days per week). Do you take pride in keeping places clean, safe and welcoming and want a job where you can see the difference you make every single day? This is your chance to join North Northamptonshire Council’s Housing Management Service as a Caretaker at a time of real change and investment. You will ensure communal areas and spaces are well maintained, safe and welcoming for all residents. You’ll work closely with Neighbourhood Housing Officers, tenants and local communities to create a place residents are proud to live in.
Responsibilities
- Carry out regular inspections of facilities, grounds, communal areas, stairwells and corridors, and conduct fire alarm testing.
- Keep shared spaces such as stairwells, bin stores and walkways clean, safe and presentable.
- Spot issues early and report repairs, hazards and health & safety concerns quickly.
- Act as a visible and approachable presence, helping deter anti‑social activities.
- Work alongside Housing Officers to tackle fly‑tipping or vandalism.
- Take pride in your work and ensure tenants see and feel the difference you make.
Qualifications
- Passion, resilience, innovation, drive and energy with a commitment to Working Together to Achieve Success.
- Hands‑on approach with the ability to carry out practical tasks to a high standard.
- Friendly, approachable manner and confidence to talk to tenants and colleagues.
- Eye for detail, spotting issues before they become larger problems.
- Reliability, resilience and the ability to work outdoors in all conditions.
Benefits
We provide a range of benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, HMRC‑rate travel rates and support for various active Employee Network Groups. Additional benefits: competitive salary, pension scheme with significant council contribution, life cover and ill‑health protection, 28 days holiday (rising to 33 days), bank holidays, option to buy up to an extra 10 days, hybrid and flexible working arrangements where practicable.
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