Assistant Verger / Church Caretaker

Ø To open and close the church and churchyard gates at the beginning and end

of each period of work

Ø To ensure that the churchyard, including the steps, is clean and tidy at the

beginning of each day

Ø To ensure that the alarm is set and the church is secure at the end of each

period of work

Ø To keep the church tidy and clean at all times, including the displays of leaflets

and other documents, the reflective area, and the children’s area

Ø To be welcoming to visitors and to be sensitive to the various reasons for

which people come to St Peter’s

Ø To be supportive to any vulnerable people who come to the church, and to

know how to refer them to other agencies if necessary

Ø To support and work alongside volunteers

Ø To ensure that the church toilets are clean at the beginning and end of each

period of work, and to monitor this during each day

Ø To keep the kitchen clean and tidy

Ø To clean the church and centre as per the cleaning schedule

Ø To monitor the votive candle stand and ensure that there are always new

candles available for those who wish to light them

Ø To clean the Coffee Room toilets after it has closed to customers on Saturdays

Ø To prepare for, and support, worship as necessary, including occasional

weddings and funerals

Ø To provide support to the organisers of any events which take place during the

period of work, such as concerts or school events

Ø To deputise for the Head Verger when appropriate (overtime will be payable)

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Ø The successful candidate should be flexible to work during staff holiday

periods and to provide cover during periods of staff illness, including

occasional evenings.

Ø You will have good practical skills with the ability to problem solve.

Ø You will be capable of taking responsibility for the care, security and upkeep of

our church.

Ø You will be conversant with, and supportive of, the Christian faith and the

inclusive ethos of the parish.

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Work Location: In person