Cleaner

Prospero Teaching; Penarth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local cleaning service is hiring for a cleaning role in Penarth, UK. Responsibilities include cleaning classrooms, corridors, and communal areas, as well as maintaining cleanliness and safety. The ideal candidate will be reliable, have a good attention to detail, and be physically capable of performing duties. Previous cleaning experience is desired but not essential. This position offers a chance to work within a supportive environment in the education sector.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
• Physically able to carry out cleaning duties.
• Understanding of basic health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas.
• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and dusting floors and surfaces.
• Empty bins and dispose of waste in line with school procedures.
• Refill supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet roll.
• Clean and sanitise touch points like door handles and handrails.
• Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and correctly.
• Follow health & safety, COSHH and safeguarding procedures.
• Report any maintenance issues or hazards to the site manager.
• Ensure all areas are ready for the school day.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physical capability for cleaning duties

Understanding of health and safety practices

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas
• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and dusting floors and surfaces
• Empty bins and dispose of waste in line with school procedures
• Refill supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet roll
• Clean and sanitise touch points (e.g. door handles, handrails)
• Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and correctly
• Follow health & safety, COSHH and safeguarding procedures
• Report any maintenance issues, damages or hazards to the site manager
• Ensure all areas are left clean and ready for the school day

Person Specification

Essential:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
• Physically able to carry out cleaning duties
• Understanding of basic health and safety practices

Desirable:

• Previous cleaning experience (especially in a school or similar setting)
• Knowledge of cleaning products and equipment
• Awareness of safeguarding in an educational environment