We are looking to recruit a Caretaker at our Battersea Brands Hatch site.

Brands Hatch is equipped with specialist facilities for those dogs and cats struggling to cope with the busier London environment and is surrounded by 12 acres of fields.

This role will assist with the general day to day operations to keep this site running smoothly.

You will be responsible for:

• Grounds maintenance including grass and hedge cutting.
• Daytoday repairs of onsite fixtures and fittings.
• Manual handling including moving equipment and supplies around site.
• Ensure health and safety standards, processes, housekeeping and security are adhered to through regular checking.

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Experience of performing site maintenance / grounds work tasks.
• Awareness of/or willingness to learn relevant H&S legislation.
• A flexible approach to managing a high workload and changing priorities.
• Proven experience of working constructively and collaboratively with contractors and colleagues.

What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees

These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees.

During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Battersea, we are committed to providing equal opportunities and developing a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation.

We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

More about us

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help.

We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that's just right for them.

Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 27th March 2024

Interview date(s): TBC

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