Hillstown Village Hall, 12 Nesbit Street, Bolsover, S44 6LW.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

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POST:                        Caretaker / Light maintenance (Monday to Friday}
BASED AT:                Hillstown Village Hall

REPORTS TO:           Office Manager

 

Would suit someone living nearby.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

 

A Village Hall Caretaker is required to liaise with the Office Manager to open/close the Village Hall for regular and occasional hirers as required. Be a friendly point of contact for our user groups. You should be self-motivated, dependable and trustworthy, and able to work under your own initiative.

Responsibilities include looking after the security of the building and preparing the hall for bookings.

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The post is permanent and subject to a period of successful probation.

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Morning Caretaker: The hours, to be 8.30 am to 9.30 am. consistent with the day-to-day use of the Hall and any minor maintenance scheduled. (1hr per day Monday to Friday)

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The rate of pay is £13 per hour.

The Caretaker must be able to work responsibly and occasionally flexibly.

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Security:

a)         Retain custody of the keys to the letting facilities.

            Keys may only be loaned/provided to hirers or other third parties with the express permission of the Office Manager.

b)         Be the first point of contact in an emergency, responding to and liaising with the police out of hours as needed.

c)         You may be occasionally called out at unsociable hours or at weekends to deal with security issues, make emergency repairs or allow access to any contractor who may be working at the Hall.

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2.         Supervision of Premises:

a)         To monitor the activities in the Hall to ensure that hirers comply with the Hall’s Conditions of Hire and other statutory requirements.

b)         To open and close the Hall at times appropriate to the booking schedule and to secure the premises when the Hall is not in use.

c)         To retain custody of the keys to the building.

d)         Receive and check deliveries to the facilities (where necessary)

 

3.         Servicing:

a)         To ensure that the building remains tidy, and that all furniture and equipment is   appropriately stored after use.

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4.         Management of Systems:

To manage and adjust systems and services within the Hall as and when required with particular regard to:

a)         Testing the fire alarm system every week and maintain test register.

b)         Testing the emergency lighting system monthly and recording the results thereof.

c)         Regulating the heating system, if required, to ensure that an adequate level of heating is maintained while ensuring unnecessary usage is avoided.

d)         Recording on a quarterly basis the electricity meter readings and advising the Office Manager of readings.

e)         To complete every month an Inspection Checklist and notify the Office Manager of any action needed.

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5.         Maintenance and Safety:

a)         To ensure that the Office Manager is promptly informed of any new maintenance issues, defects of furniture, fittings and equipment or damage.

b)         Ensure that all lights and heating are working effectively, changing light bulbs/strip lighting and occasionally working at heights if required.

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6.         Setting Up:

a)         To assist with (as appropriate*) the setting out or removal and securing after use, of chairs, tables and other equipment in the hall.

*Setting up tables and chairs for those groups that may have difficulties e.g., Senior Citizens Social, disabled.

 

7.         General

a)         Understand and implement fire safety regulations, Health and Safety Regulations, COSHH, emergency procedures and the rules for evacuating the building.

b)         Be familiar with the Health & Safety Policy and the Risk Assessment.

c)         Ensure compliance with the parish council Fire Risk Assessment and the Emergency Plan.

d)         Complete monthly timesheets and submit to the Office Manager for checking on the 1st of each month.

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Note:

This job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the position and is designed for the benefit of both the post holder and the Trustees. We are always looking to improve our services and the way we work, and value you as an employee. We encourage all employees, volunteers and trustees to feel free to suggest improvements that make this a better place to work and use by the community.

This job description is current at: February 2026.

 

Management has the right to vary the duties after consultation with you.

 

We aim for the successful candidate to commence employment by mutual arrangement.

 

If you would like more information or believe you are an ideal fit for this role, please contact the Office Manager

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Manager: Julie Gregory via email:  hillstownvillagehall@gmail.com

or call 01246 731189 for an informal chat.

 

Full details:  hillstownvillagehall.com/jobvacancies