Caretaker

Location: South Derbyshire District Council, Swadlincote

Reference: JOB/25/03860

Salary details: £24,796 per annum (pro-rata)

Job term: Part Time

Appointment type: Permanent

Hours: 12 hours per week

Closing date: 11 January 2026

South Derbyshire District Council are looking to recruit an individual to join the caretaking team involved with looking after our SDDC buildings in our local area. Based mainly at Swadlincote Town Hall, you will be part of our Corporate Building Service Caretaking Team and work closely with the facility Supervisor. 

This post is contracted at 12 hours, over 7 days, working around bookings.

Permanent position. 

Applicants need to hold a full driving licence and own their own vehicle due to the location of all of our community centres. 

The Council would like to hear from committed, enthusiastic and organised people who can help to improve services that respond to the changing needs of customers. 

We are looking for applicants committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and good customer care to ensure our customers receive an excellent service. 

Once you have read the job description and person specification provided, should you wish to discuss this role informally, please call Mrs Tracey Brooks, Facilities Supervisor on 07435930815 / 01283 595897 or Mr Carl Stevenson Corporate Buildings Manager on 07786534960 

We are looking for applicants committed to equal opportunities, diversity and good customer care to ensure our customers receive an excellent service. 

To apply complete the online application form.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

The full details and guidelines are available on Working For Us | South Derbyshire District Council 

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