Caretaker (part time)
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 February 2026 |
| Location: | Grand Avenue Hove BN3 2NJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Riseview Properties Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: |
Summary
This is a part time live in position, with studio flat accommodation provided rent free, though the occupier will be responsible for own flat outgoings – utility bills, council tax. The successful candidate having another employment at the same time will be acceptable.
1. Daily routines:
i) Rubbish collection from flats
ii) Litter – inspect outside round the building
iii) Cover reception desk 30 minutes a day
2. weekly routines:
i) Vacuum entrance lobby carpet – 3 times a week plus when needed
ii) clean windows in entrance lobby – once a week and as necessary
iii) clean lift cars’ floors and mirrors - 3 times a week plus when needed
3. monthly routines:
i) vacuum carpets on upper floors’ lobbies - fortnightly
ii) sweep stairwell & clean stairwell windows – monthly
iii) dust window ledges on stairwell windows – monthly
iv check that all lights on the stairwell are working – as and when needed
v) Inspect the Roof - Check roof drains to ensure clear, and unblock if needed
4. Quarterly routine - Inspect/check seals etc on all Fire Doors in floor lobbies
5. Annual routine – Inspect/check seals etc on all Flat Entrance Doors
6. As and when required:
i) clean/dust common parts skirtings, ledges, furnishings, light shades etc
ii) sweep front and rear garages areas
iii) replace defective light bulbs & set timer for lobby lights
7. Gardening
Water and cut grass in summer, trim hedges, weed flower and shrub beds
8. Emergencies & minor repairs – deal with as needed
9. Access coordination – acting as point of contact for all tradesmen visitors such as for smoke control and ventilation systems testing and maintenance, meter readers and any other contractors coming to the block; confirming fact of visit to managing agent’s property manager by email or text message.
Closing date End of February 2026
Job start date On or about 7 April 2026
Total hours per week 20
Working pattern and days: Monday to Friday (and rubbish collection from flats on Saturday)
Rate of pay: National Minimum wage from April 2026 (£12.71 per hr = £317.75 = £16,523 pa)
Personal attributes and skills needed
Approachable demeanour: A friendly, visible presence that encourages residents to report
issues early.
Work Ethos: Self-motivated and able to work independently without constant direct
supervision.
Attention to detail: high standards for cleanliness of the communal areas
Basic IT skills – able to send text messages and emails.
How to apply Send your CV by email
1. Daily routines:
i) Rubbish collection from flats
ii) Litter – inspect outside round the building
iii) Cover reception desk 30 minutes a day
2. weekly routines:
i) Vacuum entrance lobby carpet – 3 times a week plus when needed
ii) clean windows in entrance lobby – once a week and as necessary
iii) clean lift cars’ floors and mirrors - 3 times a week plus when needed
3. monthly routines:
i) vacuum carpets on upper floors’ lobbies - fortnightly
ii) sweep stairwell & clean stairwell windows – monthly
iii) dust window ledges on stairwell windows – monthly
iv check that all lights on the stairwell are working – as and when needed
v) Inspect the Roof - Check roof drains to ensure clear, and unblock if needed
4. Quarterly routine - Inspect/check seals etc on all Fire Doors in floor lobbies
5. Annual routine – Inspect/check seals etc on all Flat Entrance Doors
6. As and when required:
i) clean/dust common parts skirtings, ledges, furnishings, light shades etc
ii) sweep front and rear garages areas
iii) replace defective light bulbs & set timer for lobby lights
7. Gardening
Water and cut grass in summer, trim hedges, weed flower and shrub beds
8. Emergencies & minor repairs – deal with as needed
9. Access coordination – acting as point of contact for all tradesmen visitors such as for smoke control and ventilation systems testing and maintenance, meter readers and any other contractors coming to the block; confirming fact of visit to managing agent’s property manager by email or text message.
Closing date End of February 2026
Job start date On or about 7 April 2026
Total hours per week 20
Working pattern and days: Monday to Friday (and rubbish collection from flats on Saturday)
Rate of pay: National Minimum wage from April 2026 (£12.71 per hr = £317.75 = £16,523 pa)
Personal attributes and skills needed
Approachable demeanour: A friendly, visible presence that encourages residents to report
issues early.
Work Ethos: Self-motivated and able to work independently without constant direct
supervision.
Attention to detail: high standards for cleanliness of the communal areas
Basic IT skills – able to send text messages and emails.
How to apply Send your CV by email