Live in Caretaker job

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Hi all,

I've just applied for a live in caretaker job in a new build development of upmarket flats within easy commuting distance to a big city so presumably aimed at professional types.

A one bed apartment is supplied with all bills paid and the hours are part time.

I'm 48, single with no ties, renting atm so worth a look.

Anyone do anything similar? Pros/cons etc?

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Just watch out for those pesky kids.

[Amused2death]

Job tied to accommodation...….if the job ends, for whatever reason, you'll effectively be homeless too.

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Amused2death said:

Job tied to accommodation...….if the job ends, for whatever reason, you'll effectively be homeless too.

I know, lots to think about.

[Monkeylegend]

If only part time that gives you the option of doing something else jobwise for extra income.

[steveo3002]

is the pay taking a cut for accom? id only do it if i can put away a good wedge that i would be spending on rent to cover my bum if/when it all ends

[rog007]

Smiler. said:

Just watch out for those pesky kids.

[21TonyK]

Apart from the obvious things raised living on the job can be a relentless nightmare. Forget what hours you are supposed to work, once residents know where you are you will be interrupted 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

[Saleen836]

21TonyK said:

Apart from the obvious things raised living on the job can be a relentless nightmare. Forget what hours you are supposed to work, once residents know where you are you will be interrupted 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

This ^^^^^^

Try teling a resident it's your day off when they are screaming at you that the boiler isn't working

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steveo3002 said:

is the pay taking a cut for accom? id only do it if i can put away a good wedge that i would be spending on rent to cover my bum if/when it all ends

Similar jobs I’ve seen are paying about £11k with free accommodation, not too much chance to save....

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rog007 said:

I would’ve gotten away with it!

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Saleen836 said:

21TonyK said:

Apart from the obvious things raised living on the job can be a relentless nightmare. Forget what hours you are supposed to work, once residents know where you are you will be interrupted 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

This ^^^^^^

Try teling a resident it's your day off when they are screaming at you that the boiler isn't working

Fair point

[21TonyK]

The other consideration is any tax implications for "free accommodation". I lived on the job for several years, three bed wing of a mansion, own private gardens, garage(s), even my own little beach. No bills at all, not even food. Only thing I paid for was booze, company even paid for my mobile so I could be on call.

However, this was before HMRC took an interest, I dread to think what the liability would be on that now!