We're Hiring!

Business Services Officer

Salary: £31,325 to £33,673 per annum full-time equivalent (SCP 16 to 20) or £24,679 - £26,364 based on a 30 hour week.
Hours: 25 to 30 hours per week
Location: Greenacre Centre, Valerian Way, Stotfold SG5 4HG
Closing date: 9am, Monday 26 October 2026
Interviews: Thursday 12 November 2026
Start date: January 2027

Stotfold Town Council is looking for an organised, motivated and flexible person to join our small, friendly team.

This is a varied role at the heart of the Council. You will look after our information and records and be the first point of contact for IT. You will also keep our asset and policy registers up to date, monitor our contracts and make sure we meet the Transparency Code. On top of that, you will support Council meetings, help the Finance Officer and cover reception when needed.

We are looking for someone who:

  • communicates clearly and manages their time well
  • has excellent IT skills, including MS suite of apps 
  • can handle complex information accurately, with tact and discretion
  • works well with colleagues, Councillors, contractors and residents

What we offer

  • 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and 2 concessionary days (pro rata)
  • Some home working and flexible working
  • Workplace pension
  • Training and development
  • A supportive team, and work that makes a visible difference to your community

You may need to attend some evening meetings.

How to apply

Download the recruitment pack and application form, or email [email protected]. Please use the application form. We can't accept a CV on its own.

Business Services Officer Recruitment Pack October 2026

Application-Form-Job-Vacancy

STC Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

For an informal chat about the role, call Emma Payne, Town Clerk, on 01462 730064.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Caretaker

Salary: Salary Scale Point 15-18, £31,015 per annum pro rata or £16.08 per hour.

Workplace: Memorial Hall, Hallworth Drive; Cemetery, Mill Lane; Greenacre Centre, Valerian Way

Annual leave:  25 days pro rata plus 2 concessionary days = 63 hours per annum

Hours of Work: 5pm Friday evening - Monday 8am (8 hours)

Stotfold Town Council is seeking a practical, reliable and community-minded Caretaker to support the day-to-day operation of our busy community buildings.

This is a hands-on role at the heart of local life. You will be responsible for ensuring the Memorial Hall and, at times, the Greenacre Centre are clean, secure, well-presented and ready for the wide range of activities, events and hires that take place throughout the year. As the weekend caretaker, you will also  be responsible for opening/closing the cemetery gates in Mill Lane. 

You will be one of the Council’s visible, trusted key holders, helping to safeguard important public assets while delivering a positive experience for residents, hirers and visitors.

What you’ll be doing

  • Opening and securing buildings and cemetery in line with hire bookings and rotas
  • Preparing rooms including setting up tables and chairs, and checking they are ready for use
  • Cleaning halls, kitchens, toilets and communal areas to a high standard
  • Inspecting facilities after use and ensuring they are left in good condition
  • Reporting maintenance issues, damage or concerns promptly
  • Supporting compliance with hire conditions and council procedures
  • Undertaking basic health & safety checks and completing simple logs
  • Providing cover for holiday/sickness and joining a shared emergency call-out rota
  • Stock management of caretaking supplies.
  • Acting as a friendly, professional point of contact for building users and contractors

What we’re looking for

You will be someone who:

  • Takes pride in maintaining clean, welcoming spaces
  • Is practical, hands-on and physically able to carry out manual duties
  • Works calmly and reliably, often independently
  • Has excellent people skills and enjoys interacting with the public
  • Understands the importance of security, safety and attention to detail
  • Can use basic IT systems such as Outlook, Word and Excel
  • Is flexible in working patterns to meet operational needs
  • Has access to a vehicle

Experience in a public-facing role, minor maintenance, or facilities work would be advantageous.

How to apply

More details here Weekend Caretaker Advertisement September 2026 v2.pdf

Download an application form Application-Form-Job-Vacancy V2

STC Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

Closing date: Monday 19 October 2026, 0900

Interviews:  Monday 26 October

Stotfold Town Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.