Evening Caretaker
| Posting date: | 20 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £5,458.81 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 25 January 2026 |
| Location: | Godalming, Surrey |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Waverley Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DFD/25/327922 |
Summary
We are looking for a reliable and calm Evening Security and Caretaker to support the safety, security and smooth running of our central offices, annexe building and Borough Hall during evening hours.
This is an important role that helps ensure our buildings remain safe, well-presented and welcoming for staff, members and the public.
Working largely independently during evening shifts, you will oversee building security, respond effectively to emergencies, and support evening meetings and events. You’ll also liaise with colleagues such as the evening receptionist and cleaning staff to ensure high standards are maintained.
The most important qualities for this role are:
* Ability to work confidently both alone and as part of a team, following verbal and written instructions and using initiative when required
* Calm and effective response in emergencies, including security incidents, fire or lift evacuations
* Commitment to maintaining safe, well-presented buildings, with a strong focus on customer care and professionalism
This is a part time role working Monday and Friday from 5pm to 9pm.
Experience in a similar caretaking or security role, and confidence in lone working, will be an advantage. Training will be provided where required.
For more information or an informal discussion around the role please contact Iwona Kapciak on
Iwona.kapciak@waverley.gov.uk
Advert closing date - 26th January 2026 at 9am
Interview date - 3rd February 2026
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form.
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer and interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.
This is an important role that helps ensure our buildings remain safe, well-presented and welcoming for staff, members and the public.
Working largely independently during evening shifts, you will oversee building security, respond effectively to emergencies, and support evening meetings and events. You’ll also liaise with colleagues such as the evening receptionist and cleaning staff to ensure high standards are maintained.
The most important qualities for this role are:
* Ability to work confidently both alone and as part of a team, following verbal and written instructions and using initiative when required
* Calm and effective response in emergencies, including security incidents, fire or lift evacuations
* Commitment to maintaining safe, well-presented buildings, with a strong focus on customer care and professionalism
This is a part time role working Monday and Friday from 5pm to 9pm.
Experience in a similar caretaking or security role, and confidence in lone working, will be an advantage. Training will be provided where required.
For more information or an informal discussion around the role please contact Iwona Kapciak on
Iwona.kapciak@waverley.gov.uk
Advert closing date - 26th January 2026 at 9am
Interview date - 3rd February 2026
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form.
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer and interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.