Job Advert - Caretaker

 

Location                   Smethwick

Hours                        Minimum of 4 hours per week – predominantly weekends

Salary                        £12.78 per hour

Contract                    Permanent

Line Manager           Centre Manager

 

This appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, references, and a six-month probationary period. We have a legal responsibility to ensure that all our employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. If we make an offer of employment, we will need to check that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work.

Background

The Dorothy Parkes Centre is a community centre based in Smethwick. We are a registered charity & offer a place of welcome and opportunity for the local community. We have a great opportunity for an individual to join our team and play a key role in the development of our Centre. We are seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join our team. This role is key to ensuring the Centre is safe, clean, and welcoming for all our users.

Main Responsibilities

- Open, close, and secure the Centre.

- Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs, and cleaning.

- Set up rooms and support private hires and community events.

- Monitor safety, security, and compliance with policies.

- Provide friendly support and assistance to Centre users.

Skills & Experience

- Previous caretaking/facilities experience desirable.

- Practical maintenance and repair skills.

- Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently.

- Good communication and customer service skills.

- Basic IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Requirements

- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and cover holidays/sickness.

- Willingness to undertake training (first aid, fire safety, safeguarding, etc.).

- Commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming community space.

Why Join Us?

• We are a Living Wage Employer, ensuring that all employees earn a wage that provides a decent standard of living.
• 25 days annual leave package, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees).
• Supportive policies providing flexibility for carers and families.
• Pension Schemes.
• Opportunities and encouragement of Continuing Professional Development.
• Thrive at Work bronze accreditation, providing basic wellbeing initiatives and a safe working environment to help employees make healthier choices.

  

To apply for this vacancy please submit a completed application form to our CEO via email [email protected] or post to Dorothy Parkes Centre, Church Road, Smethwick, B67 6EH

  

Application deadline:       12noon on Friday 31st October 2025

Interviews:                         Week beginning 10th November 2025

  

While we would like to contact all our candidates, unfortunately, this is not possible so if you haven’t heard from us a week after the closing date, your application has not been successful.

 

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