Caretaker
Job ref: ST 12881 |Job type: Permanent
Location: Ards Arts Centre, Newtownards|Salary: Scale 1C, SCP 3 – 4
Quantity of Posts Available: 1
Closing date: Thursday 13 Nov 2025 16:00
Job summary
The post holder will be responsible to the Arts Centre Coordinator for the provision of a range of caretaking services to ensure the smooth running of the Arts Centre.
Please note
- There is one permanent part-time post working 10 hours per week, 9.00 am to 2.00 pm on Thursday and Friday
- Based in the Arts Centre, Newtownards
- A reserve list may be kept from this recruitment exercise
- Applicants must be prepared to work overtime at evenings and weekends regularly when the service demands
- Appointment will be subject to satisfactory completion of a medical questionnaire
- All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form
- Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly
Benefits
Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include:
- 35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service (pro rata)
- Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 19% of salary)
- Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme
- Time Off in Lieu (TOIL)
- Education / qualifications support after qualifying period
- Plus much more
