At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our beautiful country park clean and welcoming for visitors.
- Company: Join Rushcliffe Borough Council, dedicated to maintaining high-quality public spaces.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and discounts at local leisure centres.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with opportunities for career development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and basic DIY skills required.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
Are you ready to keep our beautiful country park clean and welcoming for thousands of visitors? Rushcliffe Borough Council has an exciting opportunity!
Location: Rushcliffe Country Park, Ruddington, NG11 6JS
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Job Type: Part-time
Hours: 20 hours per week, Sunday to Wednesday inclusive, 7.00am start
Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026
About Us: Rushcliffe Borough Council manages Rushcliffe Country Park, a key community facility serving the local area. We are committed to maintaining high-quality public spaces and delivering excellent service to our visitors across our parks, leisure facilities and services.
The Role: You will work as part of the park management team to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene across Rushcliffe Country Park. Working 20 hours per week over four days including weekends, you will be the first person to open the park each day and will play a vital role in ensuring visitors enjoy a safe, clean and well-maintained environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clean and maintain the visitor centre, meeting rooms and public toilets to a high standard
- Inspect the children's play area and equipment daily, recording any defects, vandalism or wear and tear
- Maintain and level play area surfacing materials through loosening, raking and levelling
- Litter pick throughout the park and empty litter and dog waste bins regularly
- Check buildings, structures, roads, footpaths, car parks and fencing for repairs needed, carrying out minor repairs or reporting major ones
- Receive and store deliveries appropriately and record all daily inspection results
- Provide information and assistance to visitors, maintaining positive customer care standards
- Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and park byelaws at all times
You:
- Hold a full UK driving licence
- Possess basic DIY skills and good oral and written communication abilities
- Have strong customer care skills and self-motivation to manage your own workload
- Can improvise and resolve problems, handling conflicts effectively
- Are physically capable of lifting and carrying equipment and working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Have the ability and willingness to work at different park locations as required
Benefits:
- Reduced membership fees at Rushcliffe Leisure Centres
- Rushcliffe Rewards scheme offering savings across retailers and leisure providers
- Free car parking
- Generous annual leave
- Sick pay
- Opportunity for career development
Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026
Interviews to be held: week commencing 13 July 2026
To submit your CV for this exciting opportunity, click Apply today!
Caretaker Cleaner employer: Rushcliffe Borough Council
Rushcliffe Borough Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to maintaining the beauty of Rushcliffe Country Park while fostering a supportive and community-focused work environment. Employees enjoy generous benefits such as reduced leisure centre fees, career development opportunities, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, making it a rewarding place to contribute to the local community and ensure visitors have a safe and welcoming experience.
Contact Details:
Rushcliffe Borough Council Recruitment Team
