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credit_card Salary salary - £13.71 per hour with annual increase April each year starting April 2027.
Job profile for Caretaker/Handyperson
Caretaker/Handyperson
location_on Dalton Parish Council 27/11/2026
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job details
Salary salary - £13.71 per hour with annual increase April each year starting April 2027. Contractual hours 10 Basis Part time Region Rotherham Job category/type Caretaking/Cleaning Date posted 09/10/2026 Job reference REQ24171
Job description
Location: Dalton Parish Council
Hours: 10-12 Hours per week, working Sunday, Monday and Friday
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract for 6 Months
Closing date for applications – Friday 27th November 2026
Dalton Parish Council seeks a highly motivated, honest, reliable, trustworthy and enthusiastic individual to take on the role as Caretaker covering both Dalton Parish Hall and Sunnyside Community Centre and undertake general handyperson duties including general maintenance. Must be available to work Sunday, Monday and Friday to meet the demand of the users of the centres.
10-12 hours per week working Sunday, Monday and Friday with the ability to cover our existing caretaker’s holidays (approx. 6.8 weeks per annum) and sickness. The applicant must have flexibility to work at various times of the day to meet the business needs, which is dependent on bookings at the community centres and jobs around the parish. Extra hours may be allocated on an ad hoc basis.
Duties include:
Opening and locking down the buildings, daytime and late at night, security & H.S.E procedures, maintenance work, cleaning, setting out tables and chairs for groups and events at the community centres, dealing with members of the public regarding booking the venues and dealing with contractors, general maintenance duties, litter picking in the community and work as allocated by the Clerk.
Holidays – 20 days per year plus the recognised public and statutory bank holidays (pro rata for part- time staff)
Full Clean driving license and vehicle is essential as applicants will be required to travel between the community centres and to other locations within the parish.
Must be able to use email, messages and WhatsApp.
Interviews will be arranged for successful shortlisted candidates week commencing 14th December. If you have not heard from us by 7th December, your application has been unsuccessful.
Head Office
Riverside House
Main Street
Rotherham
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Caretaker/Handyperson employer: Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a positive impact in the community through high-quality adult care services. With a strong commitment to person-centred care, our inclusive work culture fosters professional growth and development, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a difference. Located in Rotherham, we offer a supportive environment where you can thrive while contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in our community.
Contact Details:
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council Recruitment Team
