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To provide a caretaking service to XXX buildings Main Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Act as key holder, if required, and unlock/lock premises as necessary, ensuring all security devices (e.g. alarms) are activated/de-activated as appropriate. 2. Report any damage or defects to XXX property to the Premises Manager or other designated person. 3. Undertake minor repairs and maintenance tasks that are within the post holders competence and do not contravene any statutory regulations. Arrange for other repairs to be carried out under any maintenance contract that may be in place at the time. 4. Ensure satisfactory operation of heating/hot water systems, reporting any faults/irregularities to the Premises Manager or other designated person. Liaise with external maintenance engineers as necessary. 5. Replace fluorescent tubes, starters, diffusers, light bulbs and shades. 6. Develop and maintain plans of the location of all utility service pipes, valves, switches, etc. 7. Move items of furniture, equipment and other provisions as required. 8. Carry out recycling activities as directed. 9. Externally ensure immediate curt ledge of XXX building(s) and car parks are free from litter and rubbish and clear as necessary. Remove snow and other obstructions ensuring the safety of visitors and employees. 10. Undertake cleaning activities as directed by the Premises Manager or other designated person. 11. Keep up to date records and inventories as required. Whilst every effort has been made to outline all the duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail. Also the post holder may, from time to time, be asked to undertake other reasonable duties CARETAKER Hourly paid 2 hours per week Premises Manager NA

commensurate with the grading of the post. In addition to undertaking the duties as outlined above, the post holder will be expected to fully adhere to the following: 1. Equality Act in accordance with the organisations Equality Policy, which is designed to prevent discrimination of any kind, and ensure equality of opportunity is a key principle that is continually embraced. Operational Ensure that all duties are carried out in line with the organisations health and safety, operational, performance management, personnel, data protection, and financial regulations, policies and procedures. Corporate Image Adopt a professional image at all times. Confidentiality Maintain absolute confidentiality with regard to the organisations information and procedures.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION Job Title: Caretaker Essential Desirable Method of Assessment AF/I/R AF/I/R AF/I/R AF/I/R

Personal Skills/Characteristics 1. Experience Experience of care and maintenance of buildings. Experience of carrying out minor maintenance activities. Experience in the building industry. Experience of overseeing maintenance contractors. 2. Qualifications & Training Basic training in a building trade 3. Special Skills/Knowledge Knowledge of health and safety regulations in relation to Caretaking activities. Knowledge of heating systems. Skills in one or more building trades to a competent DIY standard. Ability to monitor and report on faults and repairs. 4. Personal Qualities a) Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines. b) Ability to work flexibly. 5. Personal Circumstance a) Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands or deal with emergencies. b) Occasional attendance at work outside normal working hours. 6. Physical Requirements a) Ability to travel to various locations during the course of employment as required.

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Key: AF = Application form. I = Interview. R = Reference. T = Test. C = Certificate