Caretaker

About Wealden District Council

Wealden District Council is a forward-thinking authority committed to providing great opportunities for its residents and employees. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment, valuing the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, ensuring fair, accessible recruitment and supporting colleagues with the adjustments they need to thrive. Join a workplace that values inclusion, wellbeing, and equal opportunity.

Who We Are Looking For?

Keep our site safe, smart, and running smoothly—join us as our Caretaker. We are looking for a responsible, reliable, and proactive person to join our caretaking team in the provision of a comprehensive caretaking service at our Council Offices in Hailsham. A Full Clean Driving Licence is essential.

What Will the Role Involve?

Your main duties will involve opening the building, reporting faults, monitoring essential services, assisting with deliveries to the offices, and monitoring/setting up the Civic Community Hall. You will play an active part in dealing with emergency services, health and safety, and security procedures.

Previous experience of caretaking, security, or similar work is essential, and you should be fit to undertake the duties of the role. You will also need to be contactable via telephone to provide cover. You will be required to work early mornings and/or late evenings to cover the rotas over a 6-day period (Mon-Sat).

What Do We Offer?

• Competitive salary & pension scheme.
• Incremental progression subject to satisfactory performance.
• A friendly, supportive team.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Hybrid working.

For More Information

For more information and an informal chat about opportunities, please contact Tina Ford – tina.ford@wealden.gov.uk.

Ethical Use of AI in Applications

We welcome innovation and do not automatically exclude candidates who use AI tools during the application process. However, we assess each application to ensure the candidate genuinely understands the role and its requirements. AI may be used ethically and responsibly, provided it supports, rather than compromises our core values of integrity, transparency, and fairness. During assessments and interviews, candidates must present their own skills and experience without assistance from others, external resources, or AI, unless explicitly instructed otherwise.

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