Vacancies

Facilities Assistant (Cleaner) – Long-Term Cover
Location: Taunton
Pay: £13.30 per hour | £19.95 per hour on weekends | Double time on bank holidays
Hours: 37 per week
Working Pattern: 4 weekdays (10:00–18:00) + 1 weekend day (07:00–15:00)
Contract: Long-term cover
Weekend enhancements paid
Driving Requirement: Role involves driving a company car

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and hands-on Facilities Assistant to cover a long-term role, helping keep our buildings and public facilities safe, clean and welcoming for residents and visitors. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation that makes a real difference to the community.

Main Purpose of the Role

Carry out day-to-day cleaning, light maintenance, and compliance tasks across premises — including public toilets, pavilions, and other physical assets — supporting our commitment to community safety, cleanliness and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Unlock, lock, clean and inspect public toilets and pavilions
• Carry out minor repairs and maintain accurate cleaning and inspection records
• Ensure public toilets and surrounding areas are clean, safe, and presented to a high standard
• Complete routine planned maintenance tasks, including:
  • Hot and cold water temperature checks
  • Flushing little-used outlets
  • Visual checks on emergency lighting
  • Gas, water, and electricity meter readings
• Identify and remove (or report) fly-tipping and littering, escalating hazardous or large-scale waste to relevant authorities
• Support events and activities, including setting up equipment and furniture (occasional evening/weekend work may be required)
• Drive a company car as part of daily duties to travel between sites

About You

• Motivated, friendly, and adaptable
• Comfortable with hands-on work and outdoor tasks
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Requirements

• Valid full UK driving licence (Category B) with no more than six points
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check

For more information or to apply, call 01823 212043 and ask to speak to Elliot 📧 Or email: elliot.grant@irweb.co.uk

Allocation Number: INDTB

Contact information

Elliot Grant