At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure a safe and welcoming community centre for visitors and groups.
- Company: Abbey Community Centre, a local charity dedicated to community wellbeing.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, training provided, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Great opportunity for personal growth and to connect with your community.
- Why this job: Be the friendly face of the community and help create positive experiences.
- Qualifications: Reliability, good communication skills, and a friendly attitude are key.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Abbey Community Centre is a thriving local charity supporting people in Kilburn and surrounding areas to lead healthier, happier and more connected lives. We are looking for reliable, practical and friendly people to join our team of Community Centre Caretakers. This is a flexible role that would suit someone who enjoys working independently, meeting people and helping keep a busy community centre safe, welcoming and running smoothly. As a Community Centre Caretaker, you will often be the only staff member on site during evenings and weekends. You will help ensure that visitors, community groups and room hirers have a positive experience while maintaining the safety, security and day-to-day operation of the building.
Responsibilities
- Act as keyholder for the building, taking responsibility for opening and closing the building safely
- Welcome visitors, hirers and centre users
- Help room hirers get settled and answer basic enquiries
- Set up and clear rooms for activities, meetings and events
- Carry out cleaning, tidying and light caretaking duties
- Monitor health, safety and fire procedures within the building
- Carry out simple maintenance tasks and minor repairs
- Identify, fix and report hazards or maintenance issues
- Respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies
- Act as a first aider if required (training provided)
- Work independently while maintaining communication with centre staff
- Act as a positive ambassador for Abbey Community Centre
Qualifications and Personal Attributes
- Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
- Confident working independently and following lone-working procedures
- Good customer service and communication skills
- Friendly, approachable and professional
- Can follow instructions and procedures carefully
- Uses initiative and can solve practical problems
- Comfortable taking responsibility for the building while on duty
- Physically able to move furniture and carry out practical tasks
- Available to work weekend and/or weekday evening shifts
- Previous experience in caretaking, facilities, maintenance, cleaning, hospitality, customer service or similar roles would be helpful, but is not essential. Full induction and training will be provided.
Community Centre Caretaker employer: The Abbey
Abbey Community Centre is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, perfect for those who thrive on community engagement. With flexible working hours and opportunities for personal growth, our team of Community Centre Caretakers plays a vital role in ensuring a safe and welcoming space for all visitors. Join us in making a meaningful impact in Kilburn while enjoying the camaraderie of a dedicated team and the satisfaction of serving your local community.
