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Caretaker, Leeds, £27,750.00

Employment Type

Full Time, Permanent

Application Start Date

03-07-2025

Application End Date

17-07-2025

Start Date

01/09/2025

Reports Into

Property Manager

Location

Leeds

State/County

Yorkshire

Zip Code

LS1 4AX

Country

England

Work Style

On-site

Industry

Real estate/property management

Category

Facilities

Experience

Maintenance: 1 year (required)

Education

GCSE standard or equivalent

Description

At Host, we don’t just provide student accommodation – we create thriving communities where students can feel happy, safe and supported throughout their university journey. Our mission? To be the best - and that starts with hiring brilliant people like you! 

We are on the lookout for a brand new Caretaker to be the heart of our student community in Exchange Court, Leeds.

This is a full-time, on-site position, working 40 per week on a fixed shift pattern basis. Shifts are typically scheduled from Monday to Friday between 9am-5.30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break included for shifts over six hours. The role offers a salary of £27,750 reflective of experience and responsibilities. 

 

Why Join Us? 

We’re growing fast, but we’re not about just filling rooms – we’re about creating homes. Our team is passionate, open and driven by our values: Happy, Open, Secure and Trusted. We genuinely care about our people and our students and we want a Caretaker who shares our enthusiasm for building exceptional experiences. 

What You’ll Be Doing. 
As a Caretaker, you’ll play a key role in creating a safe, well-maintained, and welcoming home for our students. Your responsibilities will include: 

  • Delivering an exceptional student experience – being a friendly, approachable presence, responding quickly to maintenance requests and ensuring students feel supported. 
  • Keeping the site looking and feeling its best – carrying out cleaning, maintenance, and repairs to communal areas, student rooms and shared spaces. 
  • Maintaining a safe environment – ensuring all health & safety checks, fire alarm tests and security measures are completed. 
  • Carrying out repairs and preventative maintenance – from fixing minor plumbing and electrical issues to redecorating and refreshing communal areas. 
  • Supporting the wider team – working closely with housekeeping, management and contractors to keep everything running smoothly. 

Who We’re Looking For. 
We’re looking for a proactive, hands-on team player who takes pride in keeping things running efficiently. Ideally, you’ll have: 

  • Experience in maintenance, caretaking or facilities management. 
  • A friendly, student-focused approach with great problem-solving skills. 
  • Practical knowledge of general maintenance tasks (plumbing, electrics, painting, repairs). 
  • A strong understanding of health & safety and compliance. 
  • A can-do attitude and the ability to handle a varied workload. 

What’s in It for You? 

At Host, we know that happy teams create the best student experiences. Here’s what you’ll get in return: 

  • Career growth – we invest in training and development to help you reach your potential. 
  • A great work culture – friendly, supportive and built on trust. 
  • A role with purpose – making a real difference in students’ lives. 
  • Competitive salary & benefits – because great work deserves great rewards.  

Benefits include: 

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) 
  • Extra day off on your Birthday 
  • Extra day off annually for volunteering 
  • Life insurance 
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 
  • Plus, all the standard stuff like a pension & cycle to work scheme 

Ready to Make an Impact? 

If you’re looking for a job where no two days are the same, where you can lead, grow and create amazing student experiences, then we’d love to hear from you! 

At Host, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you. 

If you're ready to be part of a team that puts students first and creates places they can call home, we’d love to hear from you! 

Apply today and be part of something special at Host.

 

 

 

 

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