Reference: REQ0126Description: JOB SUMMARYStroud District Council is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Site Officer to work in our Independent Living sites across the Stroud District. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the site managing the communal areas which includes Cleaning, light grounds/gardening duties ensuring a clean and safe environment. We operate Independent Living Community HUBS which need to be kept to a high standard for internal and external functions and activities.About youThe successful candidate will have relevant experience to work within our Independent Living sites with excellent time management and organisational skills in relation to managing your own workload.You will be a self-starter with a willingness to investigate site issues and identify areas for improvement with the ability to communicate with contractors, partner agencies and visitors to our Independent Living sites.You will have sufficient levels of fitness to carry out duties required such as cleaning, grounds maintenance and light repairs. Willingness to undertake any training relating to Site Officer duties such as PAT testing, Health & Safety training and anything else relevant to the role.About UsStroud District Council’s vision is leading a community that is making Stroud District a better place to live, work and visit for everyone.Housing Recruitment FairWe are holding a housing recruitment fair at Ebley Mill, Ebley Wharf, Stroud, GL5 4UB on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 between 11.00am and 14.00pm. If you would like to meet members of the team and tenants, to find out more about the fantastic services we deliver across our communities and the career opportunities that are available, we would love to see you.To book an appointment to meet with staff and tenants, please email us at: recruitment@stroud.gov.uk or feel free to drop in on the day. If you are unable to make the day but you would like to discuss the vacancies with us, please let us know and we can arrange an evening appointment.Interview date: 11th February 2025In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasmwe provide a range of staff benefits. Please click here for more information:https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-usIt is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people withdisabilities.Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. In line with the Council’s duty to protect children and adults in a vulnerable situation from harm, we are obliged to assess the suitability of individuals for certain posts by undertaking DBS Checks.Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, rural and urban, and unapologetically ambitious. To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website:Stroud District – The Natural PlaceRegion: Location: Ebley Mill - StroudSalary: *GBP*27,711 per annumPackage: -Excellent pension scheme - Flexi Working Scheme - Hybrid working approach - Employee Wellbeing Offer - For more information please see the benefits section on our websiteContractual hours: 37Basis: Permanent