Caretaker
Location: Royston
(Full Time - 37.5 hours)
Salary Scale: SCP 11 (A£28,142 per annum) Plus generous Local Government Pension Scheme
Closing Date: 3 rd October
Join the team and help keep Royston's community spaces safe, welcoming, and well-maintained.
The Town Council is looking for a proactive and reliable Caretaker to take pride in maintaining their buildings, facilities, and open spaces. This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same, from preparing rooms for community events to carrying out repairs, ensuring safety, and keeping their public spaces looking their best.
What you'll be doing
* Inspecting and maintaining the Town Hall, Market Hill Room, and other council facilities
* Setting up rooms and equipment for meetings, events, and markets
* Carrying out cleaning, grounds maintenance, and minor repairs
* Ensuring buildings are secure, safe, and ready for use
* Supporting community events and market days
* Responding to emergencies and making safe any hazards
What they're looking for
* Experience in cleaning, facilities, or building maintenance
* Practical skills in general repairs, DIY, and groundskeeping
* Organised, reliable, and able to work independently
* Good communication skills and a customer-friendly approach
* Willingness to work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends
* Ability to undertake manual handling tasks
Why join us
* Stable, permanent role with a competitive salary and generous leave
* Work that directly benefits the local community
* Supportive team environment with training provided
* Varied duties from historic buildings to green spaces
If you take pride in your work, enjoy practical tasks, and want to make a visible difference in your community, they'd love to hear from you.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Town Council, please do not hesitate .
Closing date for applications : 3rd October 2025. Please note that they may close the vacancy earlier than advertised if suitable applications are received.
Interviews will be held week beginning Monday 6th October 2025.
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