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Bury St Edmunds Library Caretaker
Based at Bury St Edmunds Library, we are currently looking for a Caretaker to cover a broad range of caretaking duties.
The Caretaker’s duties will include responsibility for opening and closing buildings, library security, health and safety issues, general maintenance and distribution of materials around the building.
We need a Caretaker who can:
Be a visible presence and carry out regular security patrols within and around the building
Maintain security, acting as key holder, and assisting with public order, taking appropriate action to ensure safety of users and staff
Be responsible for supporting groups and organizations use of rooms for hire within the building
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation within the premises
Meet basic repair and maintenance needs of the building and surrounding area
Move goods, stock and furniture around the building as required
Support staff in the provision of activities and services throughout the building
Be customer-orientated and achieve good customer relations.
Work additional hours on occasion to cover annual leave, absence and training.
Procedural training will be provided while you work. However, you will need the following skills and experience already:
Ability to communicate with a wide cross-section of people
Knowledge of IT skills to include emails and completing online forms
Basic DIY skills using hand and power tools
Ability to deal with difficult and disruptive people confidently and appropriately
Basic knowledge of health and safety requirements
Please note at times this role can be physically demanding.
This position is for an average of 30 hours per week on the following work pattern:
Week 1
Monday: 07:00-13:30 Tuesday: 13:15-19:45 Wednesday: 08:00-14:30 Thursday: 08:00-14:30 Friday: 13:15-19:45
The rate of pay for this position commences at £12.21 per hour.
If you wish to apply for this role please complete an application form via: Suffolk Libraries Job Page
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 20/08/2024
Salary
12.21
Location
This job is located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
More Information and How to Apply
About Suffolk Libraries
Suffolk Libraries is a charity which has run Suffolk’s library service since August 2012. We have kept all of Suffolk’s libraries open. There are even more libraries now than in 2012 - 45, three mobile libraries covering hundreds of stops in rural are...
