RENFREWSHIRE Council will hold a recruitment event next month as it launches a search for people to join its soft facilities management team. 

The council currently has vacancies available in the team for caretakers, school crossing patrollers, housekeepers, cleaners and facilities operatives who will work in schools covering various duties, including cleaning, catering and compliance. 

Vacancies for part-time drivers who will deliver school meals are also available.

It will hold a recruitment event to fill these vacancies at Park Mains High School, Erskine on Thursday, December 16 from 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 4pm. 

Candidates will be able to apply for the vacancies at the recruitment event.

Successful applicants will then be offered an immediate interview and can complete most of their recruitment checks on the day. 

Applications can also be submitted in advance through MyJobScotland, with successful applicants being invited to interviews at the recruitment event.

All applicants must bring proof of identification and two work related references with them to the event. 

Councillor John Shaw, convener of the finance and resources policy board, said: "This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic team.

"Our Soft Facilities Management Team make a difference to the lives of our residents, communities and schools every day. 

"Renfrewshire is a Scottish Living Wage employer and has a lot to offer anyone considering a career in Soft Facilities Management, from development opportunities to competitive terms and conditions. 

"If you are interested in joining our team, please come along to our recruitment event or apply online at MyJobScotland." 

For more information on the recruitment event, including what documents to bring and how to travel to it, visit www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/soft-fm-jobs

If you have any questions about your application or the recruitment event, call 07483 318 963 or email soft-fm@renfrewshire.gov.uk. 

To apply for these vacancies in advance of the event, visit www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/renfrewshire-council/jobs.