At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure a safe and clean environment while managing caretaking and security duties.
- Company: Join Essex County Council, a dynamic local authority focused on community impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with a commitment to inclusivity and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while developing valuable skills and experience.
- Qualifications: GCSE level education or equivalent experience; previous caretaking or cleaning experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25959 - 25959 £ per year.
Permanent, Full Time
25,959 per annum
Location: Colchester
Working Style: Fixed-base worker
Closing Date: 21st June 2026
Adult Community Learning (ACL) is ECC's provider of lifelong learning experiences for Essex residents. ACL offers qualifications to help people move nearer to, enter, or progress within the workplace, or gain skills to enhance life chances. The service focuses many of its programmes and activities on the hardest to reach communities within Essex. ACL learners have access to a diverse range of accredited and non-accredited courses which encourage creativity, healthy lifestyles, social inclusion, and engagement.
The Premises Assistant is responsible for organising and carrying out effective caretaking and cleaning of the centre to ensure a safe and clean environment for customers, with responsibility for the implementation and monitoring of all Health & Safety requirements at the centre.
ACL Colchester working pattern:
- Works on a two-week shift pattern.
- Week 1: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 14:30
- Week 2: Monday 9am - 5pm, Tuesday 2pm - 10pm, Wednesday 2pm - 10pm, Thursday 2pm - 10pm, Friday 9am - 5pm
You will be required to work at least one Saturday a month 08:00-14:00 (time in lieu) & to be flexible in business need to cover staff shortages. Outside of term time you will work day time hours.
Responsibilities:
- To oversee the security of and access to the site, locking and unlocking building to allow access, acting as key-holder in an emergency and responding to calls outside normal working hours, setting, and turning off alarms as required and checking them regularly.
- Undertake caretaking and cleaning to ensure an efficient and effective service is provided for staff, learners, and customers. Ensure cleaning standards are met in accordance with specifications.
- To undertake room setups and supply teaching aids in accordance with tutor and visitor booking information.
- To take part and help organise periodic emergency evacuation of premises in line with Health & Safety codes of practice.
- Responsible for preventing, as far as possible, unauthorised access to the site and unauthorised parking of vehicles, within appropriate policies and codes of practice.
- Responsible for welcoming members of the public, other colleagues, and contractors onto site.
- Maintain an inventory of the centre's equipment, updating and reviewing on an annual basis. Test and check functioning of electrical equipment.
- Undertake Health and Safety Risk Assessments, including external premises, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to. Organise periodic emergency evacuation of premises in line with Health and Safety codes of practice. Monitor systems and equipment ensuring they meet health and safety requirements.
- Monitor contractors and personnel working on the site, ensuring work is carried out in accordance with specification and compliant with health and safety procedures.
- Maintain grounds, including mowing and clearing of weeds, ensure all hard areas and paths are free from litter and drains and gullies are free flowing and clean. Clear snow paths and provide access to premises in all weathers.
Essential Requirements:
- Educated to RQF level 2 (GCSE) or equivalent through relevant work experience.
- Enthusiastic about learning and developing your skills on the job, with opportunities for growth and training.
- A hands-on approach to addressing challenges and finding practical solutions.
- Previous experience in cleaning, caretaking, or maintenance tasks.
- Familiarity with Health & Safety regulations, including manual handling procedures, ensuring the safety of yourself and others.
- Comfortable using basic IT tools for email, Teams, and general admin tasks.
- Friendly and approachable, able to communicate effectively and provide a warm welcome to all visitors on-site.
Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.
Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
Premises Assistant, Colchester employer: Essex County Council
Essex County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. As a Premises Assistant in Colchester, you will benefit from flexible working arrangements, comprehensive training opportunities, and a commitment to community engagement, all while contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for learners and visitors alike.
