About The Role As a Mobile Relief Caretaker at Islington Council, you will play a pivotal role in cleaning and other estate duties, working alone or with other caretakers to provide an excellent caretaker service on estates. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that is making a real difference in the community. In your role as Mobile Relief Caretaker, you will be responsible for cleaning communal areas such as hallways, staircases and lobbies, sweeping, mopping, dusting and wiping down surfaces, disposing of waste properly, reporting any maintenance issues or safety hazards. The ideal candidate for this role must be flexible with working in different areas of Islington, working inside and outside in the different changes of weather, hard working, adaptable to change work schedules at short notice, good communication skills and able to use technology to report any issues to Management. The candidate should have the ability to work independently, manage time effectively and display professionalism as a representative of Islington Council. As a Mobile Relief Caretaker at Islington Council, you will be instrumental in embracing new ways of delivering services that support our communities. Your innovative ideas and proactive approach will help us drive and deliver more as one of the largest employers in the borough. Your role will not just be about performing tasks, but about bringing meaningful change. Join us, and together we can change the future. Our team lives by our CARE values: Collaborative, Ambitiousm Resourceful, and Empowering. These aren't just words, but principles that guide our work every day. As a Mobile Relief Caretaker, you'll be an integral part of this team, working together to succeed for Islington. Your role as a Mobile Relief Caretaker is not just about what you'll do for us, but also about what you'll do for yourself. The work you do will challenge you, inspire you and help you grow. You'll gain new skills, meet new people, and make a difference in the lives of others. You will have the opportunities to learn new skills, access training and study for professional qualifications. If you are ready to make a difference and change the future with Islington Council, apply today. For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact: Manisha Varsani - Mobile Relief Supervisor / Oliver Ladlow - Mobile Relief Supervisor manisha.varsaniislington.gov.uk / oliver.ladlowislington.gov.uk Working for the team, service and our organisation Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about. Watch our video to hear more about our mission and how you can help us achieve it from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Kaya Comer-Schwartz. Recruitment information It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing. Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.