Residential Warden

We are seeking a live-in Residential Warden to work at a Salisbury based property that boasts spectacular Cathedral views and a riverside garden. You would be responsible for providing maintenance to the property and garden.

 

This role is 35 hours a week but you will act as the first point of contact in an emergency outside of working hours. The accommodation is suitable for a couple and is offered rent free to the successful applicant.

 

As the Residential Warden, your duties will be to:

 

• Calling on residents once a day if they require it to make sure they are well and have no problems.
• Acting as first point of contact in an emergency.
• Carrying out maintenance of the property and upkeep of the grounds, speaking with agents for technical maintenance issues.
• Cleaning of internal stairs and hallways.
• The successful candidate will not be asked to provide care support, it is purely being on duty 9-5pm to check on residents and be on hand.
• Each resident owns their own property so they are responsible for internal maintenance etc.

 

To be a successful Residential Warden you will have the following skills and experience:

 

• CRB Check will be required
• Experience in a similar role an advantage
• Must reside full time at site
• Some experience of grounds maintenance/gardening preferred
• Good practical skills and able to carry out the following tasks – 1 acre of grass to cut, large hedges to trim, numerous flower beds to weed, etc
• Caring and trustworthy
• Good attention to detail and administrative skills

 

You are required to work 35 hours a week.

 

In return, the Residential Warden you will receive a salary of £14,250 per annum plus accommodation including generous council tax allowance, water and telephone line. You would be responsible for paying gas and electric and personal calls.