Community Centre Caretaker

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If you’re interested in part-time, compressed hours or any other working arrangement, please get in touch with us through the 'Contact Us' form on our careers website.

We are looking for a reliable, flexible, and customer-focused Caretaker to join our Community Centres Team on a 12-hour per week contract.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day operation of the site, ensuring it remains safe, secure, clean, and welcoming for all users. As part of a wider Facilities Team, you will also be expected to provide cover and support across all Community Centres as required.

This is a hands-on role that requires flexibility, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and closing community centre buildings.
• Taking ownership of the day-to-day running of the Community Centre.
• Ensuring facilities are safe, secure, clean, and ready for use.
• Supporting hirers, visitors, and community groups.
• Conducting routine health and safety checks.
• Reporting maintenance defects and emergency repairs.
• Liaising with contractors and Council officers.
• Assisting with fire safety procedures and emergency evacuations.
• Providing caretaker cover at other Community Centres across the borough when required.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Is reliable, trustworthy, and able to work on their own initiative.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Has a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Is flexible and willing to work varying hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of the service.
• Is willing to travel between Community Centre locations to provide cover when required.

Our Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and Christmas shutdown)
• Hybrid/agile working from day one
• Local Government pension
• Healthcare Cash Plan for cash back on health treatments
• Cashback website access for savings on brands you love
• Volunteering days
• Free parking

Many of our colleagues work flexibly for us. We’re always open to conversations around different working arrangements. If you’re interested in part-time, compressed hours or any other working arrangement, please get in touch with us through the 'Contact Us' form on our careers website.