We have a vacancy for a Caretaker and Cleaner.

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

CARETAKER & CLEANER AT WALKDEN METHODIST CHURCH

We currently have a requirement for a part-time Caretaker and Cleaner at Walkden Methodist Church, Manchester Road East Walkden, Manchester. M38 9AN.

Ideally any candidates to be local to the church.

The job description is attached to this advertisement.

We are looking for someone who can work flexibility each week to suit the external lettings and demands of the church. External Lettings are through the day from 8.00am through to possibly 10.00pm which will require multiple visits during the day to open and close for each letting.

The days are Monday to Sunday flexible between 8.00am to 10.00pm. There is one day that is a day off and free of duties. All works is at Walkden Methodist Church.

The successful candidate should be able to travel to and from the church as required using their own transport and all expenses to and from the building are included within the hourly rate.

In Summary

  • Average of 16 hours per week over the whole 12 months.
  • Salary is based on Methodist Church Living Wage which at time of advertising is £12.00 per hour.
  • 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays (pro-rata to contracted hours as required).
  • Other terms and conditions contained within the attached job description.
  • Any appointment is subject to satisfactory references , enhanced DBS & safer recruitment policies and procedures of the Methodist Church of Great Britain.  

If you are interested request an application pack by sending an email to info@walkdenmethodist.org.uk.

Please only respond via the email above only.

Closing date for applications 15th September 2024.

Interview could be held week commencing 30th September 2024 (subject to agreement)

Employer will be The Managing Trustees of Walkden Methodist Church which is part of The Methodist Church of Great Britain.

Walkden Methodist Church is a Registered Charity Nr 1129994.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:                                 Caretaker & Cleaner

Employing Body:                    The Managing Trustees of Walkden Methodist Church

Location:                                  Walkden Methodist Church, Manchester Road East, Walkden

Responsible to:                      Property Team nominees (Property Secretary, Minster & 1 other)

Purpose of the job:                To carry out caretaking duties within the church

Main Duties

  • Keep the church, ancillary premises and grounds tidy and clean to a good standard.
  • Unlock and lock up the premises as necessary according to use by church groups or external organisations.
  • Ensure all required meetings are set up ready for the meeting
  • Set up the church hall for Sunday Services and then unset the church according to the activities.
  • Keep tidy the Scott and Suzanna room, Bridge Suite incl Kitchen and the Church hall prior to any setting up or closing for services, group activities and the like. (weekly cleaning will be carried out by others).
  • Cleaning duties for the Church including hoovering, cleaning kitchens, toilets rooms etc on regular basis to ensure all areas are clean and tidy at all times.
  • To comply with the policies of Walkden Methodist Church and The Methodist Church of Great Britain, especially in regards to health, safety and welfare, working alone and working at heights.
  • Previous experience in Caretaking or similar roles is essential
  • Any other duties and responsibilities, identified by the person the caretaker is responsible to as are within your capabilities and level of responsibility, in order to meet the needs of the church.

Terms and Conditions

  • Terms of appointment:           Permanent
  • Will be the appropriate living wage as set by The Methodist Church of Great Britain
  • Monday to Sunday 8.00am to 10.00pm (flexible to suit external lettings / Church requirements)
  • There is a contributory pension scheme to which eligible lay employees will be auto enrolled. Lay employees who do not meet the auto enrolment criteria are eligible to join the scheme subject to certain provisions.
  • At least one day each week will be free of any duties which will be agreed prior to appointment.
  • An average of 16 hours per week, to be worked flexibly and will be reviewed yearly.
  • Annual leave entitlement will be pro-rata for this part time post based on 16 hours per week.
  • Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring (DBS)
  • Subject to Safer Recruiting procedures of the Methodist Church
  • Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references.
  • Appointment is subject to the completion of a satisfactory probationary period of four months.