Caretaker

Brampton Parish Council; Brampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a friendly team at a forward-thinking council as a Caretaker, where you'll maintain community buildings and ensure a safe environment for all users. This role involves flexible hours, with responsibilities including premises inspections, minor repairs, and setup for events. You'll play a vital role in keeping facilities in top condition while working closely with other staff members. If you're passionate about community service and have the necessary maintenance skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference in Brampton.

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance and minor repairs is essential.
• Health and physical capacity for lifting furniture is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct premises inspections and perform day-to-day maintenance.
• Set up and tidy away tables and chairs for events.

Skills

General maintenance skills

Physical capacity for lifting

Job description

Brampton Parish Council is seeking a Caretaker to join our friendly team in caring for our three community buildings and other public facilities.

The role will provide caretaking duties alongside our existing team across the Lady Olivia Centre on Brampton Park, the Memorial Centre on Thrapston Road, and the Community Centre on the High Street.

The hours of work are subject to agreement with the successful candidate, but these are likely to be flexible hours between 8.00am to 7.00pm, Monday to Friday (approx. 37 hours full-time, 20 hours part-time). There may be occasional weekend shifts required.

The job role includes ensuring the premises are maintained to a safe and high standard for hirers/user groups, working closely with other staff members to prioritise work. This includes:

1. Premises inspections
2. Setting up and tidying away tables and chairs
3. Carrying out day-to-day maintenance and minor repairs
4. Maintaining accurate and timely records
5. Occasional 'out of hours' callouts to assist hirers or for small equipment or maintenance emergencies

Applicants will need to have general maintenance skills and experience to undertake minor repairs. Applicants must have the health and physical capacity for the role as lifting and moving furniture is an essential part of each day.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Remuneration will be commensurate with experience, aligned with the National Joint Council pay scheme points 7 to 10.

Closing date for applications is 5.30pm on Monday 24 February 2025.