South Hampstead United Synagogue are seeking a reliable and dedicated Caretaker/Cleaner to help ensure our synagogue remains a safe, welcoming, and well‑maintained space for members, visitors, and the wider community.
This is a hands-on role with responsibility for the day-to-day care, security, cleanliness, and set-up of the building, supporting prayer services, events, and communal activities. You’ll work closely with the Synagogue Administrator and Senior Caretaker as part of a supportive team.
Key details:
- Hours: 45 hours per week (including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays, with midweek rest day/s)
- Salary: Circa £32,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)
- Benefits: 20 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, pension, Ride-to-Work scheme
We’re looking for someone who is trustworthy, proactive and friendly, with caretaking or cleaning experience, a strong sense of responsibility, and an appreciation of the synagogue’s ethos, values, and security needs.
The United Synagogue is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to provide a self-disclosure once shortlisted and subject to an enhanced DBS check within the recruitment process.
If you take pride in providing excellent support and want to play a key role at the heart of synagogue life, we would love to hear from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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