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Handyperson

Handyperson

Organisation role · Flexible hours
TA4 2NE, Taunton, Somerset, England, United Kingdom
ConstructionGardeningClearing litterOutdoors
Children & youthCommunity & familyEducation
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In The Mix Project
#41500
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Summary

Handyperson needed to help ensure our venues are well maintained and can continue to be operational, safe and welcoming.

Detailed description

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Oversight of any areas where improvements could be addressed with regards to premises
  • Undertake repairs and general maintenance of our facilities including painting, repairing cupboard doors, changing lightbulbs etc.
  • Maintaining and installing basic landscaping where required
  • Undertake basic repairs that do not require a specialised technician or worker
  • Clean out rain gutters and clean external windows
  • Remove fallen branches or other parts of the landscaping
  • Support of COSHH system and storage where applicable
  • To ensure that in all respects of direct operations, relevant policies and good practice are adhered to. These include safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity, amongst others. For full information see employee handbook.
  • The post holder may be required to attend, from time to time, training, or meetings as required by their own training needs and the needs of the charity i.e manual handling.
  • To establish supportive and effective working relationships with other ITMP staff.


What We’re Looking For:

  • Someone who is friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic.
  • Reliable and committed.
  • A passion for DIY and fixing things.
  • Ability to work independently.


Benefits:

  • Opportunity to support our spaces now and for the future.
  • Be part of a friendly, supportive and dynamic charity.
  • Gain experience and meet new people.
  • Put your skills to use for a good cause.


The post holder will be required to work alongside the wider team and at both The Hub Centre and Log Cabin Facility, making use of resources available to undertake the post. The work requires moderate physical effort. The post holder will be required to pack, transport and use resources and equipment as part of duties, which may include some lifting, carrying, and working at height. The post holder will work at both our locations in Wiveliscombe. The post holder will refer to our policy framework to ensure safe and appropriate working conditions. 

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About In The Mix Project

In the Mix Project is a youth and community charity (no. 1161486) based in Wiveliscombe, Somerset. We provide youth and community provision to children and young people aged predominately between 8 and 25 who live and work in Somerset.

ITMP provides professional youth work support and advice to young people, relating to issues prevalent to themselves, their communities and their environment. Young people have access to regular youth sessions or projects, which provide informal educational activities, and positive opportunities that enhance their learning and personal, social, emotional and professional development.