Progress Housing Group
Estate Caretaker
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Estate Caretaker
We’re Hiring: Estate Caretaker
Department: Estate Services Team
Salary: £27,382 – £28,169
Location: Leyland (covering South Ribble, Accrington and Fleetwood)
Hours: 36.25 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term (6 months)
Join Our Legacy of Change and Community
At Progress Housing Group, we’re more than just homes—we’re a community. With 900+ passionate colleagues, we’re committed to making a difference every day, supporting people to live independently and thrive.
We’re now looking for an Estate Caretaker to join our team on a fixed-term basis. If you take pride in your work, enjoy being out and about, and are committed to keeping communities safe and well-maintained, we’d love to hear from you.
About The Role
As an Estate Caretaker, you’ll play a key role in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming environments across our housing estates.
Key Responsibilities:
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- Carry out regular estate inspections, ensuring communal areas, open spaces, and shared facilities are well maintained and free from issues (e.g., fly tipping).
- Complete fire safety and compliance checks, reporting and following up any concerns.
- Respond to tenant enquiries and support community initiatives.
- Work closely with colleagues and partners to resolve issues.
- Carry out minor repairs to maintain properties and communal areas in good condition.
- Travel across a wide geographical area; flexibility and self-management are essential.
This is a site-based role requiring initiative, independence, and strong organisational skills.
What We Are Looking For
Essential Requirements:
- Good DIY or maintenance skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Reliable and proactive approach
- Good communication skills to liaise with residents and colleagues
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- Full UK driving licence (required for travel across sites)
Desirable Qualifications/Skills:
- Awareness of health and safety practices
- Basic IT skills for recording and reporting tasks
Why Progress?
Because we’re people-focused, genuine, and forward-thinking. We care deeply about our colleagues and communities, and we’ll support you to grow in a role that really matters.
How To Apply
Visit our website and click Apply Now—upload your CV and complete our short application.
Reminder: In line with our values, we discourage the use of AI tools when preparing applications (we value authenticity!).
Closing date: 11:59pm, Sunday 5th July 2026 Interview date: 14th July 2026
We welcome applications from everyone, especially those from underrepresented groups. Inclusion matters here.
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