Caretaker - Riverside Group : Job Details

Job Title: CaretakerContract Type: PermanentSalary: £24,627 per annum Working Hours: 37.5 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday - Friday 8-4pm or 9am-5pmLocation: Riverside Acorn Place, DerbyIf you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.The difference you will make as CaretakerIn this role you will provide effective and customer focused caretaking services within the Derby / Amber Valley area.You will be based at Riverside Acorn Place but each day you will travel to dispersed properties to carry out the required services.You will monitor tenants who may be experiencing difficulties, so you should keep the Housing Officer informed of tenant problems so that the necessary support and advice can be given. Ideally you will provide basic maintenance type services - such as low-level aids and adaptations.About youWe are looking for someone with:

• Full UK Driver’s License and access to their own vehicle.
• Basic IT Skills.
• Experience of providing a maintenance service.

Although not essential, ideally you would also have:

• Experience of gardening.
• Experience of working in Social Housing with tenants.
• Understanding of Health and Safety in communal areas within social housing. 

Why Riverside?At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.Working with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay & generous pension 
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.