Caretaker
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.45 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 December 2025 |
| Location: | Ponteland, Tyne-Tees, NE20 9NH |
| Company: | CBW Staffing Solutions Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 58590640 |
Summary
Caretaker/Handyperson (6 month FTC) - Ponteland
CBW Staffing Solutions are recruiting for an experienced and highly motivated Caretaker/Handyperson to join our busy client’s Estates team based in Ponteland, Northumberland on a 6 month fixed term contract.
Our client manages multiple education sites across the North East region - this specific role is essential in ensuring their sites remain safe, secure and well-maintained for service users, staff & visitors.
Package:
- Hourly rate of £13.45 per hour
- Holiday allowance of 35 days per year, plus bank holidays approx.
- Working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week approx.
- Local Government Pension Scheme contributions of 15.7% approx.
- Training, development & progression opportunities
- Flexible benefits scheme
Responsibilities:
- Carry out basic repairs, routine maintenance, and planned preventative maintenance tasks.
Open and secure sites as required - Set up furniture, equipment, and spaces to meet operational or event needs
- Ensure external areas are clean and free from litter on a daily basis
- Supervise contractors and visitors to ensure compliance with procedures and safety requirements
- Respond to and manage issues such as graffiti, vandalism, and general site upkeep
- Clear snow and ice from designated areas during winter months
- Work flexibly in line with opening hours, operational demands and commercial activities
Requirements:
- Level 2 Maths and English (or willingness to work towards these)
- A valid driving licence
- Experience in basic trades (e.g., plumbing, joinery, painting)
- Previous work within Estates or Facilities Management
- Experience supervising or monitoring contractors
Interested? Apply with a full & up to date CV or contact Amy O’Shea at CBW Staffing Solutions…
CBW Staffing Solutions are recruiting for an experienced and highly motivated Caretaker/Handyperson to join our busy client’s Estates team based in Ponteland, Northumberland on a 6 month fixed term contract.
Our client manages multiple education sites across the North East region - this specific role is essential in ensuring their sites remain safe, secure and well-maintained for service users, staff & visitors.
Package:
- Hourly rate of £13.45 per hour
- Holiday allowance of 35 days per year, plus bank holidays approx.
- Working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week approx.
- Local Government Pension Scheme contributions of 15.7% approx.
- Training, development & progression opportunities
- Flexible benefits scheme
Responsibilities:
- Carry out basic repairs, routine maintenance, and planned preventative maintenance tasks.
Open and secure sites as required - Set up furniture, equipment, and spaces to meet operational or event needs
- Ensure external areas are clean and free from litter on a daily basis
- Supervise contractors and visitors to ensure compliance with procedures and safety requirements
- Respond to and manage issues such as graffiti, vandalism, and general site upkeep
- Clear snow and ice from designated areas during winter months
- Work flexibly in line with opening hours, operational demands and commercial activities
Requirements:
- Level 2 Maths and English (or willingness to work towards these)
- A valid driving licence
- Experience in basic trades (e.g., plumbing, joinery, painting)
- Previous work within Estates or Facilities Management
- Experience supervising or monitoring contractors
Interested? Apply with a full & up to date CV or contact Amy O’Shea at CBW Staffing Solutions…