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Parish Warden
| Posting date: | 10 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | £26,873 to £28,770 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 July 2024 |
| Location: | Hazlemere, High Wycombe |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hazlemere Parish Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Salary: SCP range 13 - 17 (£26,873—£28,770 pro rata) (depending on experience)
Job Type: Part-time (16 hours per week)
Length: 6 month fixed term contract (scope to consider an extension at the end of the contract period)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (hours to be determined)
About Us: We are a vibrant and close-knit community nestled in the heart of Buckinghamshire. Our Parish Council is dedicated to serving the needs of our residents and maintaining the beauty and vibrancy of Hazlemere.
Job Description: We are seeking an organised, motivated, and efficient Parish Warden to maintain and monitor the Parish Council’s assets and areas, ensuring they are kept in a safe, clean, and well-maintained condition. This includes carrying out various low-level infrastructure maintenance tasks and routine health and safety checks.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform low level infrastructure maintenance, such as leaf blowing/collection, path clearance, weeding, pruning, hedge trimming, and minor grass cutting.
• Perform basic maintenance/repairs of Parish Council assets, e.g. repairing gates, painting, etc.
• Undertake litter picking throughout the Parish and ensure the removal of graffiti.
• Empty litter bins regularly.
• Manage four community boards, including pinning notices, cleaning, and ensuring they are up to date.
• Conduct daily/weekly visual health and safety checks of Parish Council assets, including playgrounds, the Cedar Barn Complex, bus shelters, etc.
• Perform monthly fire alarm and emergency lighting tests.
• Record all checks and report findings.
• Highlight any issues within the Parish, such as fallen trees, and report them to the Parish Clerk with accompanying photographs.
• Read utility meters occasionally and report readings.
• Operate light tools and equipment, ensuring compliance with operating instructions and safety protocols.
• Keep tools and equipment in a clean and tidy manner, notifying the Parish Clerk of any defects.
• Attend any training deemed appropriate by the Parish Council.
• Stay informed about health and safety requirements relevant to the role.
• Report any defects or damage to Parish Council owned or managed property and open spaces to the Parish Clerk.
• Carry out any other duties commensurate with the role as required.
Person Specification:
Essential:
• Basic maintenance skills and experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Good communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out manual tasks.
• Full driving licence.
Desirable:
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience working in a community or local government setting.
Benefits:
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Pension scheme and other benefits as per Council policy.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the local community.
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services.
• 25 days annual leave (including 2 days statutory), plus bank holidays. Prorated.
• Free on site car parking.
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about serving your local community and possess the skills and attributes outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in the first instance to the Parish Clerk’s email (clerk@hazlemereparishCouncil.gov.uk).
Application Deadline: 24th July 2024. The Council reserves the right to close this advertisement before the specified date in the event of a sufficient number of applicants.
Interview date: Early August 2024 (subject to change).
Hazlemere Parish Council is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity in employment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
Job Type: Part-time (16 hours per week)
Length: 6 month fixed term contract (scope to consider an extension at the end of the contract period)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (hours to be determined)
About Us: We are a vibrant and close-knit community nestled in the heart of Buckinghamshire. Our Parish Council is dedicated to serving the needs of our residents and maintaining the beauty and vibrancy of Hazlemere.
Job Description: We are seeking an organised, motivated, and efficient Parish Warden to maintain and monitor the Parish Council’s assets and areas, ensuring they are kept in a safe, clean, and well-maintained condition. This includes carrying out various low-level infrastructure maintenance tasks and routine health and safety checks.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform low level infrastructure maintenance, such as leaf blowing/collection, path clearance, weeding, pruning, hedge trimming, and minor grass cutting.
• Perform basic maintenance/repairs of Parish Council assets, e.g. repairing gates, painting, etc.
• Undertake litter picking throughout the Parish and ensure the removal of graffiti.
• Empty litter bins regularly.
• Manage four community boards, including pinning notices, cleaning, and ensuring they are up to date.
• Conduct daily/weekly visual health and safety checks of Parish Council assets, including playgrounds, the Cedar Barn Complex, bus shelters, etc.
• Perform monthly fire alarm and emergency lighting tests.
• Record all checks and report findings.
• Highlight any issues within the Parish, such as fallen trees, and report them to the Parish Clerk with accompanying photographs.
• Read utility meters occasionally and report readings.
• Operate light tools and equipment, ensuring compliance with operating instructions and safety protocols.
• Keep tools and equipment in a clean and tidy manner, notifying the Parish Clerk of any defects.
• Attend any training deemed appropriate by the Parish Council.
• Stay informed about health and safety requirements relevant to the role.
• Report any defects or damage to Parish Council owned or managed property and open spaces to the Parish Clerk.
• Carry out any other duties commensurate with the role as required.
Person Specification:
Essential:
• Basic maintenance skills and experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Good communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out manual tasks.
• Full driving licence.
Desirable:
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience working in a community or local government setting.
Benefits:
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Pension scheme and other benefits as per Council policy.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the local community.
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services.
• 25 days annual leave (including 2 days statutory), plus bank holidays. Prorated.
• Free on site car parking.
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about serving your local community and possess the skills and attributes outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in the first instance to the Parish Clerk’s email (clerk@hazlemereparishCouncil.gov.uk).
Application Deadline: 24th July 2024. The Council reserves the right to close this advertisement before the specified date in the event of a sufficient number of applicants.
Interview date: Early August 2024 (subject to change).
Hazlemere Parish Council is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity in employment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.