Caretaker Caretaker

Surrey Adult Learning is a leading provider of diverse daytime, evening and Saturday courses and learning opportunities for adults. We offer a wide range of qualification courses, including English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), maths and digital skills. Our courses also cater to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions and parents/carers seeking to upskill to support their children. Additionally, we provide courses for personal development in various subjects such as arts and crafts, languages and exercise. Our outreach provision is designed to assist those currently facing life challenges. About the role This role will incorporate routine cleaning and general maintenance which ensures the safe and smooth operation of the Centre. You'll need to be polite, friendly and welcoming; delivering excellent customer care for the users of the Centre. On a day-to-day basis you can expect to be involved in the following:

• Ensuring classrooms and equipment are set up as required
• Ensuring the Centre is clean and welcoming at all times
• Carrying out general maintenance and upkeep of buildings and grounds
• Acting as a point of contact for workmen and contractors
• Ensuring routine health and safety checks are undertaken
• Escalating any health and safety concerns to the Centre Coordinator, involving Property and Fire colleagues as appropriate
• Acting as a key-holder, routinely opening and locking up the Centre, as well as in the event of adverse weather or an emergency situation
  
  A practical approach to tasks with good problem-solving skills
• Able to work well as part of a team
• Able to listen and communicate effectively
• Basic DIY ability
• Previous caretaking, or similar, experience
You will also need to be able to demonstrate a practical and confident approach, as some lone working is involved in this role.

The starting salary for this position is £23,576 per annum, based on working 36 hours per week. This is a 12-month fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity. Surrey Adult Learning has seven centres across North and South West Surrey and we are excited to be hiring a new Caretaker to join the vibrant team at our Woking Centre. You'll be part of a team who are passionate about providing valuable learning experiences to adults in our community and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by creating a safe and inviting environment within our Centre. Rewards and Benefits
• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources