Caretaker

KEY PURPOSE As a member of the Community Facilities & Resources Team the postholder will be required to: • Ensure that the premises are available for use to all customers in an appropriate state and the terms and conditions of hire as set out by the Council are strictly adhered to. • Assume additional duties as reasonably assigned by the Community Centre Coordinator to meet changing business needs and requirements and cover for annual leave/other absences with due notice. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Carry out a full range of caretaking duties relating to the Centre and the Sea Cadets Building (e.g. replacing light bulbs and plugs, minor repairs of equipment,). Set up and take down equipment for user groups as appropriate. 2. Set up rooms, for usage by Council staff, groups and organisations; and assist them where necessary, e.g. preparation of refreshments and snacks.

3. Carry out a range of cleaning duties to include; washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning to all areas, including toilets and kitchens on a daily basis, washing all windows weekly, emptying of all litter bins and polishing. Check all rooms, extinguish all lights, empty bins, clean rooms and secure the building before leaving the premises, when necessary. 4. Act as a designated key holder and be available in any emergency involving the Centre. 5. Monitor all vehicles using the car park at the building and ensuring that the car park is clean. Ensure that areas within and around the car park and building generally are kept free from obstruction or debris including the removal of leaves. Ensure the car park is salted and cleared of snow during periods of inclement weather. Report any defects, breakages or damages in line with maintenance protocol. Carrying out the necessary checks and procedures as per Council Policy in relation to the use of the Community Minibuses. 6. Ensure all Health & Safety legislation, published relevant guidelines and Council Health & Safety policies and procedures are personally complied with in relation to the services and activities within the facility. Be fully conversant with the Council evacuation procedure and undertake fire warden training duties when appropriate. 7. Periodic checks to be routinely carried out on fire extinguishers, lights, electronic counters, hand dryers and keep appropriate log records. 8. Outside Office hours, deal with enquiries from the general public in relation to room hire and or minibus bookings. On occasions take and receipt payment for room hire and provide occasional reception cover. 9. Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standards personal behaviour, which reflect the core values and behaviours of the organisation. 10. Promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery 11. Ensure the provision of high standards of customer care across the service and promote the service effectively and communicate in a way, which enhances and promotes the public image and overall reputation of the Council.

“We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.”

Note: The postholder should be aware that the responsibilities and functional areas of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of functional responsibilities. The post holder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Person Specification – CARETAKER

Qualifications and Experience It is essential that applicants have a minimum of:

QUALIFICATIONS 1.1- 5 GCSE passes at grade A-C, NVQ level 2 or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE 1.2- A minimum of one year’s employment experience working as a caretaker with specific experience in at least three of the following areas: • Cleaning; • Maintenance Work; • Erecting, dismantling and storing equipment; • Security; • First Aid. Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1.1 above, they must demonstrate a minimum of three years’ experience as outlined in 1.2 above. Knowledge

• Knowledge of Health and Safety • Knowledge of CoSHH • Knowledge of cleaning material stock taking. General 1.3- A full current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a car or have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post* *Applies only to applicants who have a disability under the Disability Discrimination Act.