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Estates Operative (Weekend Shift) Location: Battersea, London Hours: Saturday 7:00am 8:00pm, Sunday 8:00am 8:00pm (with overtime) Salary: £16,675 per annum Red Rock Consultants are working with a fantastic business, based in Battersea, who are looking to expand their Estates team. You will support the smooth and safe operation of the school site by carrying out a wide range of estates duties. This includes event setups, porterage, minor maintenance tasks, supporting security, aiding statutory testing such as legionella and fire alarm checks, acting as a key holder, and assisting with day-to-day site operations. Benefits: 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Up to 14% employer pension contribution and life insurance cover Simply Health healthcare plan and wellbeing support Local shopping and restaurant discounts Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work schemes Key Responsibilities: Assist with event setup and ensure school events are prepared according to schedule. Monitor and refill water dispensers across the site. Unlock and lock the school each day and be on the emergency call-out list for alarms. Support maintenance and operations of the school swimming pool. Undertake H&S compliance duties, including emergency lighting, legionella temperature checks, and weekly fire alarm testing. Move, assemble, and dismantle furniture as required. Be willing to drive the school minibus for various duties. Carry out minor maintenance tasks and assist maintenance operatives. Perform housekeeping duties including litter picking, rubbish collection, and paper deliveries. Assist with porterage tasks, post, and parcel delivery. Undertake training to fulfil role requirements. Manage recycling duties and contribute to site cleanliness. The right candidate will ideally have a full driving licence, practical experience in estates or maintenance, and a proactive, flexible attitude. Experience in a school or educational setting is desirable but not essential. Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidate will need to hold or be willing to undertake a DBS check. Please do not delay in applying, as immediate interviews and starts are available.

Caretaker (Late Shift) Location: Battersea, London Hours: 12:00pm - 9:00pm, Monday to Friday (plus enhanced overtime) Salary: 29,670 - 35,930 (DOE) Red Rock Consultants are working with a fantastic business, based in Battersea, who are looking to expand their Caretaker team. You will be supporting with the smooth and safe operation of the estate by undertaking a wide range of practical maintenance, estates and porter duties. This includes routine repair work, minor building projects, event setup, compliance checks, keyholding, and supporting security and site operations. Benefits: 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Up to 14% employer pension contribution and life insurance cover Free lunches on site Simply Health healthcare plan and wellbeing support Local shopping and restaurant discounts Key Responsibilities as a Caretaker: Carry out day-to-day maintenance and repairs across the school site (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, decorating, minor electrical work). Assist with small building or refurbishment projects, including costing and sourcing materials. Support event setup, furniture moves, deliveries and general porterage tasks. Undertake routine H&S and compliance checks, including emergency lighting, fire alarm testing, water temperature monitoring, pool plant support and record-keeping. Monitor and report maintenance issues; escalate urgent matters as required. Assist in supervising contractors on site. Participate in the locking and unlocking of the school and be part of the emergency call-out rota. Support occasional security and gatehouse operations when required. Maintain tools, equipment and workspaces in a safe and orderly manner. The right candidate will ideally have experience in a similar Maintenance / Caretaker role, although individuals with limited experience and a can-do attitude will be considered. Experience in a school or estates/facilities setting is desirable, but not essential. Please do not delay in applying, as immediate interviews and starts are available for an experienced Caretaker.

We're seeking a proactive and experienced Caretaker Supervisor to lead a dedicated team delivering high-quality estate services. This role combines hands-on caretaking with team leadership, ensuring standards are met and residents are well-served. Client Details Our client is a well-established housing management organisation operating in East London. They are committed to delivering excellent estate services and fostering strong relationships with residents. With a focus on community engagement, safety, and continuous improvement, they offer a supportive environment for staff to thrive. Description Supervise and lead the caretaking team, managing rotas and daily operations. Monitor estate service standards through inspections and performance reviews. Manage attendance, sickness, and wellbeing, including appraisals and one-to-ones. Oversee grounds maintenance and ensure contract compliance. Maintain cleaning stock, equipment, and caretaking budget. Respond to resident complaints and promote good customer relations. Ensure health and safety compliance including COSHH, fire safety, and working at heights. Organise training and development for the team. Profile UK Drivers license Experience in supervising caretaking or maintenance teams. Knowledge of health and safety regulations including COSHH. Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively. Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach. Proficiency in MS Office and database systems. Experience in social housing or contractor environments. Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Job Offer Immediate start to cover a 6 month temporary post Opportunity to lead and shape a vital community service. Supportive team environment with ongoing training. Varied and hands-on role with real impact. Career development within a respected housing organisation. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help shape the future of estate services in a thriving community.

Security / Caretaker (Hybrid Role) Location: Chesterfield Salary: £24,500 - £27,000 per annum + Overtime/ Callout payments We are looking for a reliable, conscientious individual to join a broad-ranging role as Security / Caretaker. The successful candidate will be responsible for: Monitoring CCTV in the control-room and responding swiftly to incidents (including breaking up fights, dealing with first aid needs, etc.) Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) on fire alarms and fire-safety systems Setting up and supporting events on site: moving furniture, arranging rooms, ensuring logistics run smoothly Attending call-outs at short notice (driving required) Working in an educational environment: you must be able to hold your own in a security context, but also work within a college environment Shift Pattern This is a shift role, alternating weeks between mornings and afternoons: Morning shifts: Monday Thursday 06 45, Friday 06 30 Afternoon shifts: Monday Thursday 13 45, Friday 13 30 What s on offer? Basic salary of £24,500 - £27,000 with opportunity to earn in excess of £30,000 per annum with callout and overtime payments Flexible pension choice: LGPS or NEST 27 days holiday plus bank holidays (5 days must be taken over the Christmas shutdown period). Genuine opportunity for extra earnings from overtime which is paid at time and a half or double time on Sundays/bank holidays, call-outs, and event-support work Dynamic, varied role: security, caretaker, and event-support tasks Working with Think FE Ltd, a recruitment specialist who simplifies the process and supports you every step of the way What will you need? Full UK driving licence (driving to call-outs at short notice will be required) Ideally hold some kind of SIA Licence or equivalent security qualification though not strictly required, willingness to obtain/refresh is important Previous experience (minimum two years) in a security role (e.g. stewarding, door supervision) is preferred Experience with CCTV monitoring, fire-alarm systems and first aid is highly desirable but training is available for the right candidate Must be conscientious, dependable, self-motivated and able to work unsupervised Ability to de-escalate incidents effectively; must manage situations professionally within a college environment Excellent communicator and team-player; able to liaise with staff, students and external agencies Next Steps Once you ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions. Data Policy Your data will be stored by Think FE Ltd. solely for the purpose of helping you to find work. By hitting apply you consent to your data being used in this way. We will confirm with you by email immediately with a full breakdown of how your data is used, and you may opt out fully or in part at any time. Your data will not be passed on to 3rd parties without your permission.