Cleaning Assistant

Heathside school; Surrey; On-site; CAD 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Heathside School is seeking a Cleaning Assistant to maintain a clean and welcoming environment for students and staff. The role involves various cleaning duties, including outdoor areas and common facilities, requiring flexibility and a focus on safety. The position offers a supportive community and benefits including a pension scheme and discounts.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts at retailers

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu vaccination

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health and safety requirements is advantageous.
• Ability to use a range of tools and lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of external areas.
• Conduct regular inspections and cleaning of bathrooms.
• Carry out emergency cleaning tasks as required.

Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Organisation

Job description

Actual Salary £11,424- £12,232 per annum

We are currently recruiting a Cleaning Assistant to help maintain our beautiful school and ensure the school environment is welcoming, clean, well maintained, safe and secure. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, reliable, organised and hardworking.

Duties will include :

• Assist with Cleaning, clearing, and litter picking of external areas, emptying bins, ensuring the site is clean, safe and well presented
• Regular inspection of staff and student toilets and cleaning of staffroom ensuring replenishment of consumables
• On occasion moving furniture and deliveries
• Carry out emergency cleaning, graffiti and chewing gum removal, including bodily fluids
• Assist with health and safety checks

Candidates should :

• Flexible, hard-working efficient and highly organised
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements would be advantageous
• Show initiative and be prepared to ‘go the extra mile’ when necessary
• Ability to use range of tools, move and lift heavy and bulky objects

In return we offer :

• A supportive and values-led community where every staff member is integral to our collective success
• A vibrant and collaborative team
• A school where wellbeing is a core component of our everyday practice
• Local Government Pension Scheme, including generous employer contributions.
• Discounts at retailers, a cycle to work scheme and a free flu vaccination

Closing date : Monday 2nd June 2025 at midday

Applications will be considered as they are received. We reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, online checks and Enhanced DBS disclosure with Children’s Barred List check. Committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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