🔧 Weekend Caretaker – Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) | Hornton Street, London

Are you a hands-on, reliable, and community-focused individual looking for a part-time weekend role in facilities management? This is your opportunity to make a real difference in one of London’s most iconic boroughs.

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) is seeking a dedicated and proactive Weekend Caretaker to help maintain our residential estates and ensure they remain clean, safe, and welcoming for all residents.


🏢 Job Title:

Weekend Caretaker

📍 Location:

Hornton Street, Kensington & Chelsea, London

đź•’ Working Pattern:

2 Days a Week (Weekends Only)
On-site, across multiple estate locations

đź’· Salary:

Competitive + Benefits
(Exact salary shared upon application/interview)


🔍 About the Role:

As a Weekend Caretaker, you will play a key frontline role in maintaining the borough’s housing estates. You’ll work independently or as part of a small team to ensure communal areas are kept clean, safe, and functional for all residents.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • Cleaning and tidying shared spaces across estates
  • Performing regular site inspections and identifying maintenance needs
  • Reporting hazards and resolving basic safety issues
  • Ensuring health and safety regulations are met
  • Using technology (e.g., mobile apps) to log inspections and record tasks
  • Providing friendly, respectful support to residents

Each estate is unique—your duties will be tailored to the needs of the site you’re assigned.


✅ What We’re Looking For:

No formal qualifications are needed, but we’re seeking individuals who are:

  • Physically fit and comfortable performing manual tasks (lifting, bending, moving items)
  • Self-motivated and able to manage tasks independently
  • Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
  • Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills
  • Comfortable using mobile devices for record-keeping and communication
  • Able to work as part of a supportive team and escalate issues when needed

🎯 Why Join RBKC?

At the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, we care about both our communities and our employees. As a Weekend Caretaker, you’ll benefit from:

  • 📱 Work phone and email for easy access to support
  • 🛠️ Comprehensive training and development including BICS certification
  • 🚀 Career progression opportunities to more senior facilities roles
  • 🤝 Strong team culture with regular meetings, check-ins, and shared breaks
  • đź’Ľ A vital role in delivering a safe and well-maintained living environment for local residents

🏙️ About Us:

RBKC is one of London’s most culturally rich and diverse boroughs. Our work is centered around creating a greener, safer, and fairer environment for all. As a Caretaker, you are part of our mission to provide clean, safe, and well-managed estates—reflecting the pride we take in our public services.


đź“… Interview Dates:

Interviews scheduled for: 10th and 11th June 2025

🛡️ Additional Requirements:

  • This role requires a Basic DBS Check
  • Must be available to work weekends only

đź’¬ Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to join a caring, committed team and help create a better community for all, apply now and take your next step toward a fulfilling career with RBKC.

Apply Now

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