The Role

WORKING FOR US

Brief overview of Carey Gardens Co-operative for applicants

Carey Gardens Estate is made up of 403 properties: a mixture of tenanted, leasehold, and sheltered properties. It is based in the Queenstown Ward of Battersea, London.

The Carey Gardens Co-operative was established in 1993. We have a management agreement with Wandsworth Council to provide a housing management service to the residents of Carey Gardens Estate.

The management committee who are responsible for leading the direction of the Co-op, managing the finances, and employing the staff currently comprises of 12 residents. They work on a voluntary basis to make key decisions on the management of the estate.

The day to day running of the Co-operative is undertaken by a dedicated team of staff based in an office, situated on Carey Gardens estate. Our aim is to provide outstanding housing and support in accordance with the needs and priorities of our residents. We strive to maintain excellent service delivery and enhance community cohesion by engaging with our residents to make a difference.

THE ROLE

Brief outline of the role for applicants

We currently have an opportunity for a Cleaner caretaker. The purpose of this role is the upkeep and maintenance of Carey Gardens Estate.

This is a varied and challenging role which requires a significant amount of contact with members of the public. As part of our small team, you will help to ensure each building and environment is clean and safe, and to generally assist with the smooth and efficient running of the estate grounds and residential blocks.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification to see if this sounds like a role you feel able to fulfil.

The Benefits In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer:

• Generous annual leave allowance of 28 days per year, inclusive of statutory bank holidays, rising to 33 days with service

• Competitive salary of £21,367.50 pa for a 35 hour a week contract

• Regular support from your line manager and colleagues

• Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding service

• Workplace pension scheme

Please return the attached application form to: admin@careygardens.co.uk  by the CLOSING DATE OF 2^nd NOVEMBER 2022

Please use the supplementary information section on the application form to demonstrate how you meet the person specification, using a separate sheet if necessary.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils