Caretaker

Caretaker

Company: South East Employers (Wealden District Council) Location: Hailsham, UK Salary: £26,403 - £28,537 per year Contract: Permanent Work Model: Hybrid Seniority: Mid-level

Wealden District Council is seeking a responsible, reliable, and proactive individual to join their caretaking team as a Caretaker. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety, security, and smooth operation of the Council Offices in Hailsham.

About the Role

As a Caretaker, you will be responsible for maintaining the Council Offices and Civic Community Hall. This includes opening the building, reporting any faults, monitoring essential services, assisting with deliveries, and managing the setup of the Community Hall. You will also play an active role in emergency procedures, health and safety, and security protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the building.
• Reporting building faults and maintenance issues.
• Monitoring essential building services.
• Assisting with deliveries to the offices.
• Monitoring and setting up the Civic Community Hall.
• Responding to emergency situations and liaising with emergency services.
• Implementing and adhering to health and safety and security procedures.
• Being contactable via telephone to provide cover.

Requirements

• Previous experience in caretaking, security, or a similar role is essential.
• A full, clean driving licence is essential.
• Ability to undertake the physical duties of the role.
• Proactive, responsible, and reliable.
• Willingness to work early mornings and/or late evenings as per rota coverage over a 6-day period (Monday-Saturday).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Opportunities for incremental progression based on satisfactory performance.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Hybrid working arrangements.

Wealden District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. They are dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment, valuing the differences that people bring from all backgrounds. They are a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

For more information or an informal chat, please contact Tina Ford at [email protected].

To apply for this job please visit wealdendc.ciphr-irecruit.com.