Residences Caretaker
| Posting date: | 24 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,309 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 August 2025 |
| Location: | Northampton, Northamptonshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Northampton |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | UN5339 |
Summary
About the job
Part time - 32 hours per week (Monday - Thursday 6.5 hours a day, Friday 6 hours)
Interview date - 19 August 2025
We are looking to recruit a Residences caretaker to work at our Waterside Campus.
The Residences Caretaker will provide day to day support with the preparation of halls of residences buildings/facilities in line with staff and student requirements to meet the Service Level Agreement.
We are an accredited Living Wage Foundation Employer and currently pay the real living wage, which is currently £24,309 per annum. In recognition of this, the starting salary for this post has been increased to pay this higher amount which currently supersedes the actual Grade 3 salary before living wage.
About you
The Ideal Candidate will;
- Have a full UK driving licence
- Work accurately and safely
- Have experience in cleaning, caretaking and porterage tasks
- Have experience of working in occupied buildings understanding the need not to cause disruption
- Be smart phone/tablet literate
- Have good interpersonal skills
- Work with minimal supervision and on own initiative, either in a team or alone
- Be adaptable, conscientious and to be a good team member
- Be able to work under pressure and managing conflicting demands
- Understand COSHH (Control Substances Hazardous to Health and safety regulations), Health and safety and manual handling
Qualifications
Essential;
- Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills to a standard appropriate to post
About us
At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.
1st Degree Facilities is a trading name of UNEL which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Northampton and this vacancy is covered by UNEL Terms and Conditions of employment.
Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.
Our Values
Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.
Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.
Right to work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Due to the requirements laid out by UK Visas and Immigration regarding Right to Work in the UK, the University can only accept applications from individuals who currently have a status allowing them to work in the UK for this position.
Due to this criteria, we regret that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.
Part time - 32 hours per week (Monday - Thursday 6.5 hours a day, Friday 6 hours)
Interview date - 19 August 2025
We are looking to recruit a Residences caretaker to work at our Waterside Campus.
The Residences Caretaker will provide day to day support with the preparation of halls of residences buildings/facilities in line with staff and student requirements to meet the Service Level Agreement.
We are an accredited Living Wage Foundation Employer and currently pay the real living wage, which is currently £24,309 per annum. In recognition of this, the starting salary for this post has been increased to pay this higher amount which currently supersedes the actual Grade 3 salary before living wage.
About you
The Ideal Candidate will;
- Have a full UK driving licence
- Work accurately and safely
- Have experience in cleaning, caretaking and porterage tasks
- Have experience of working in occupied buildings understanding the need not to cause disruption
- Be smart phone/tablet literate
- Have good interpersonal skills
- Work with minimal supervision and on own initiative, either in a team or alone
- Be adaptable, conscientious and to be a good team member
- Be able to work under pressure and managing conflicting demands
- Understand COSHH (Control Substances Hazardous to Health and safety regulations), Health and safety and manual handling
Qualifications
Essential;
- Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills to a standard appropriate to post
About us
At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.
1st Degree Facilities is a trading name of UNEL which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Northampton and this vacancy is covered by UNEL Terms and Conditions of employment.
Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.
Our Values
Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.
Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.
Right to work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Due to the requirements laid out by UK Visas and Immigration regarding Right to Work in the UK, the University can only accept applications from individuals who currently have a status allowing them to work in the UK for this position.
Due to this criteria, we regret that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.
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