Caretaker

JobStart Scheme; Castlederg; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community association in Castlederg seeks a caretaker to maintain the community centre. Responsibilities include cleaning, litter removal, and room setup. The ideal candidate will have health and safety qualifications and a willingness to undergo training. This is a temporary position, offering up to 25 hours per week with flexible hours possible. Salary ranges from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour, based on age.

Qualifications

• Successful candidate will be required to complete Access NI Check and provide 2 references.
• No formal qualifications required but a willingness to undergo training.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain the Community Centre including floors and windows.
• Sweep car park and pick up litter from outdoor areas.
• Set up and pack down rooms according to booking diary.
• Store and dispose of rubbish appropriately.
• Check damage/security and report defects.

Skills

Health & Safety Qualification

Food Safety Qualification

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: CHURCHTOWN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION The Caretaker will be responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of the Community Centre, including vacuuming, mopping, window cleaning, and maintaining toilets. Duties also involve sweeping the car park, removing litter and debris from outdoor areas, and setting up or packing down rooms according to the booking diary.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and Upkeep of Community Centre, including but not limited to vacuuming, mopping floors, cleaning glass/windows & cleaning toilets.
• Sweep up car park, pick up litter & removal of all debris from paths, grassed areas, flowerbeds and all entrances/exits, including community centre, training unit and community allotments.
• Set up and pack down of rooms according to booking diary, including but not limited to set up of chairs, tables, teas, coffee etc.
• Ensure external rubbish is stored & disposed of appropriately.
• Putting out bins in preparation for collections.
• Check damage/security & report defects of building, furniture, fittings & equipment.
• Ensure Health & Safety procedures, policies are adhered to and equipment is maintained.
• Ensure fire escape routes are clear at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

• Successful candidate will be required to complete Access NI Check and provide 2 references.
• No formal qualifications required but a willingness undergo training.
• Health & Safety Qualification.
• Food Safety Qualification.

Further Information

The Employer is: CHURCHTOWN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.
Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.
Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.
The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1745192 Job Sector Security and General Area Co Tyrone Location Castlederg Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 12/11/2025 Closing date 23/12/2025 Worktime To be confirmed with employer