Caretaker

Job Description

Caretaker

Community
Place; Heritage
Lincoln
£25,183 - £26,409
Permanent'; Full-time
Closing Date: 11/12/2024

Join the team at Lincolnshire Archives as our Caretaker, and play a vital role in preserving history!

We’re seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and resourceful individual to step into the role of Caretaker. Be part of our dedicated team, ensuring the seamless operation of our Archives site and contributing to the protection of Lincolnshire’s rich heritage.

About the role

As our Caretaker, you will be responsible for:

  • Supporting the unlocking/locking of the site
  • Supervision of contractors carrying out maintenance and repairs
  • Health and Safety building checks
  • Basic minor repairs
  • Participate in the out of hours call out procedure

About you

This is a unique site with a varied and interesting role that would ideally suit someone who is adaptable, creative, and eager to take on new challenges. The Caretaker has the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, requiring a mix of problem-solving, innovation, and collaboration, making it perfect for someone who enjoys variety and thrives in a fast-paced setting.

You will have previous experience of working within a building maintenance role, or similar, and be able to work flexibly on using your own initiative.

As Caretaker you may be expected to travel to other cultural sites, therefore a driving licence is desirable.

About Our Offer

Along with a competitive salary we are offering:

  • A Contributory pension
  • Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
  • Flexible working policies
  • Career progression opportunities
  • A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

Further details can be found here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council

If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full Job Description, before clicking apply!  If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to  www.lincolnshire.gov.uk

Applications will close on 11/12/24 and interviews will take place 18/12/24

For a confidential and informal discussion about the role please contact:

Angie Clay via email angie.clay@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Best of luck with your application

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. 

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.