Caretaker

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

 

The Role

North Somerset Council Children’s Centres are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Caretaker to become an integral part of our dynamic team. This part-time position involves working 20 hours per week, with shifts scheduled from Monday to Friday, 07.00am - 09.00am and 16.30 - 18.30pm. This person will be based at Ashcombe Children’s Centre, but will also be required to do some duties, at times, in other Centres across North Somerset.

The Caretaker will assist the Family Wellbeing Lead in ensuring the safe and efficient management of all aspects of daily facilities operations at the Centre. Responsibilities include site maintenance, compliance, non-structural repairs, heating, ventilation, safety, security, and maintaining cleanliness across the premises.

The ideal candidate will be professional, self-motivated, and capable of working independently using their initiative. They should thrive in a fast-paced, demanding role and bring a broad range of practical skills to support site maintenance and improvement works. This is also a physically active job role with some lifting.

The successful candidate will possess exceptional organisational and time management skills. They will approach tasks with a logical, resourceful, proactive, and efficient mindset. Confident in communication, they will excel at building and maintaining professional relationships with colleagues and other Partners of the Centre, always demonstrating a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Caretaker.

 

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

 

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

 

Work Style

This role falls into the category of Fixed Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 5 days in Ashcombe Children’s Centre, based in Weston – Super - Mare

 

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

 

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

 

How to Apply

If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

 

Contact Information

For further information about the role, please contact Family Wellbeing Intervention Leaders Denise Payne 07825 341299 denise.payne@n-somerset.gov.uk or Donna Haines 07825 341279 donna.haines@n-somerset.gov.uk

 

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

 

Interview Date: Wednesday 09 April 2025

 

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

 

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.  We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.  We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. 

 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.