Cleaner

Cleaner

Location: Inverness Drummond Special Needs School

Salary: £20,286 per annum prorated

Permanent term time – Part time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday3.30pm – 10.30pm

The cleaner will ensure the cleanliness, hygiene, and safety of all assigned buildings and grounds, keeping the site secure and locked at night. Responsibilities include cleaning corridors, offices, and communal areas to a high standard, completing routine and deep-cleaning tasks, safely operating cleaning equipment, replenishing supplies, and disposing of waste correctly. The role also involves supporting infection control, reporting hazards or maintenance issues, securely handling keys, assisting with room setups, and responding promptly to urgent cleaning requests. The successful candidate will work independently or as part of a team, follow health and safety guidelines including COSHH, communicate professionally, maintain confidentiality, and uphold the organisation's values while demonstrating reliability and a strong work ethic.

Role Criteria:

• Ensure the cleanliness, hygiene, and safety of all assigned buildings and surrounding grounds
• Ensure the building is secure and locked at night
• Clean the schools corridors, offices, and communal areas to a high standard
• Perform routine cleaning tasks such as hoovering, mopping, dusting, and sanitising surfaces
• Operate cleaning machinery and equipment safely and effectively (e.g. floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners)
• Replenish cleaning supplies, soap dispensers, toilet rolls, and paper towels as needed
• Dispose of waste and recycling in accordance with site procedures and environmental standards
• Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or damage to the supervisor promptly
• Follow cleaning schedules and specifications set by the supervisor or site manager
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including COSHH guidelines
• Carry out deep cleaning tasks
• Maintain secure handling of keys and access to restricted areas
• Support infection control measures, especially in high-traffic or sensitive areas
• Assist with setting up rooms or spaces for school events or meetings when required
• Respond to urgent cleaning requests or spillages in a timely and professional manner
• Wear appropriate PPE and maintain a clean and professional appearance
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet daily cleaning targets
• Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and visitors when necessary
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism within the environment
• Participate in training sessions and toolbox talks as required
• Uphold the values and standards of the organisation at all times

Benefits we can offer you

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work
• Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more
• Family friendly policies

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

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At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

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