Cleaner (Part-time)

Cleaner

Salary/grade range

NJC APT&C Grade 2, Point 2(£23,656 FTE)

Location

Longridge High School

Hours of work

20 hours per week 6am-8:30am Monday-Friday plus 20 days closure cleaning

Reports To

Operations Manager

**Purpose of role**:
Under the direction and instruction of the Site Supervisor, to undertake the cleaning of designated areas within the School premises to ensure that they are kept in a clean and hygienic condition, to the agreed quality standards.

**Key accountabilities (and specific duties / responsibilities)**:

- Cleaning including closure cleaning.
- Sweeping, vacuum cleaning and mopping of floors.
- Emptying litter bins.
- Polishing and dusting of surfaces and fixtures and fittings.
- Cleaning of changing rooms, toilets, and shower facilities, including replenishment of paper towels, toilet rolls and other disposables.
- Using appropriate powered equipment e.g., floor buffer.
- To notify line management or other Senior member of staff, of any damage to buildings and equipment or anything you see that may be dangerous to pupils or staff.
- To inform Site Supervisor of matters requiring attention e.g., light bulb replacement, blocked toilets etc.
- To inform Site Supervisor when there is low stock of cleaning materials and other disposables etc.
- To undertake training in the correct use of cleaning equipment as appropriate.
- Additional cleaning for one-off occasions i.e., Open Evenings, Visits etc.

The successful applicant will be expected to always demonstrate a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. They will be proficient at problem-solving and ideally have experience of developing their skills in a working environment. The willingness and aptitude to learn new tasks are all considered more relevant to this role than previous experience.

**General**:

- At all times to carry out the duties in accordance with school-based policies and Health and Safety procedures.
- To participate in the school’s appraisal scheme where appropriate;
- The duties may be varied by the Headteacher and/or Governing Body to meet changed circumstances in a manner compatible with the post held

It is the Trust’s intention that this job description is seen as a guide to the major areas and duties for which the JOB TITLE is accountable. However, this may change and the post holder’s obligations will vary and develop. The post holder is required to perform other reasonable duties which are assigned from time to time. The job description should be seen as a guide and not as a permanent, definitive and exhaustive statement.

**Safeguarding**:
**Personal attributes required (based on job description)**

**Relevant Experience**
- Experience of working as a cleaner (Desirable)
- Experience of using powered cleaning equipment (e.g floor buffer) (Desirable)

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to work as part of a team (Essential)
- Flexible attitude to work (Essential)
- Good interpersonal skills (Essential)
- Positive approach to customer care and service delivery (Essential)
- Commitment to undertaking relevant training and development (Essential)
- Ability to work in an organised and methodical way (Essential)
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues (Desirable)
- Awareness of COSHH (Desirable)

**Other (including special requirements)**
- Commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people (Essential)
- Commitment to equality and diversity (Essential)
- Commitment to health and safety (Essential)
- Willingness to work occasionally outside of contracted hours (e.g Parents evenings, lettings etc) (Essential)
- Satisfactory attendance record/commitment to regular attendance at work (Essential)

**Personal Qualities**
- Honesty and integrity (Essential)
- Motivation and enthusiasm(Essential)

We value variety and individual differences, and aim to create a culture, environment and practices at all levels which encompass acceptance, respect and inclusion. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to Bay Learning Trust values.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: £12.26 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/01/2025
Reference ID: Cleaner December 2024