Caretaker

Wotton-under-edge Town Council; Alderley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Wotton-under-edge Town Council is seeking a part-time Caretaker to support cleaning, basic maintenance, room setup and event support at The Civic Centre in Wotton-under-Edge. You will act as a keyholder, perform routine checks, replenish supplies and assist hirers and visitors, ensuring spaces are welcoming and well maintained.

The role requires flexibility for evenings and weekends, a practical, reliable approach, and the ability to work independently alongside the Estates team to keep

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, cleaning, or basic building maintenance.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items safely.
• Organised, detail-oriented and reliable.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Friendly, professional manner when interacting with the public.
• Reliable, punctual and pride in maintaining community spaces.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on cleaning, basic maintenance, room setup and event support.
• Act as a keyholder, carry out routine checks and replenish supplies.
• Assist hirers and visitors; set up and pack away furniture/equipment.
• Keep indoor and outdoor areas tidy and support Estates team to keep buildings running smoothly.

Skills

Caretaking

Cleaning

Maintenance

Lifting

Public interaction

Job description

Caretaker

Location: Wotton-under-Edge Town Council, The Civic Centre, 2 Gloucester Street, Wotton-under-Edge, GL12 7DN

Salary: £26,427-£27,274 per annum pro rata (SCP 5-7)

Contract: Permanent, Part-Time. 5 hours per week with evening for meetings and some weekends for operational needs

About the role

This is a hands‑on role focused on cleaning, basic maintenance, room setup and supporting events. You will act as a keyholder, carry out routine checks, replenish supplies and assist hirers and visitors when needed. You'll help set up and pack away furniture and equipment, keep indoor and outdoor areas tidy, and support the Estates team with practical tasks. Working alongside the Estates Officer and Deputy Estates Manager, you'll play an important part in keeping our buildings running smoothly and ensuring users have a positive experience when they visit Council facilities.

About you

• Experience in caretaking, cleaning, or basic building maintenance
• Confidence carrying out practical tasks, including lifting, moving and setup
• A tidy, organised approach and strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• A friendly, professional manner when interacting with the public
• Reliability, punctuality and pride in maintaining community spaces
• Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends
• DIY skills are helpful, but what matters most is your reliability, your practical approach and your commitment to keeping community facilities in good condition

If you enjoy hands‑on work and supporting people who use community spaces, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to Wotton-under-Edge's day‑to‑day life.

Closing date: 5pm, Tuesday 13th October 2026

Interviews: In person week commencing 26th October 2026