Cleaner

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Porthcawl; On-site; GBP 4,700 - 5,800; Full time

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Porthcawl is seeking a reliable school cleaner for term-time only, 2 hours per day after 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. The role is temporary and ongoing, starting ASAP to help maintain a clean, safe environment for pupils and staff.

Responsibilities include cleaning across the school, following schedules and COSHH guidelines, disposing of waste, and reporting issues to the site team. Enhanced DBS is required, with costs covered unless on the Update Service.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check is required; Manpower covers the cost unless you are on the DBS Update Service.
• Experience in cleaning environments with hygiene emphasis, such as schools or care settings.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and COSHH guidance.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Discretion and safeguarding awareness in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties across the school to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Clean designated areas per site requirements and schedules.
• Use cleaning products and equipment safely and according to COSHH guidance.
• Ensure waste is disposed of appropriately and bins are kept tidy.
• Maintain attention to detail in high-touch areas.
• Report cleaning issues, faults, or maintenance concerns to the appropriate person.
• Work effectively as part of the wider school team to support a safe environment for pupils and staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Safeguarding awareness

Discretion

Teamwork

Education

Enhanced DBS check

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

Job description

Location: Porthcawl Hours of Work: 2 hours per day Start Time: 5:00 pm (flexible if you prefer to start later) Days: 5 days per week, Monday to Friday Working Pattern: Term time only Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour Start Date: ASAP Contract: Temporary, ongoing Manpower UK is recruiting on behalf of our client for a reliable Cleaner to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

This is an ongoing, term-time-only position, ideal for someone who takes pride in delivering high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties across the school premises to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Clean designated areas in line with site requirements and agreed schedules.
• Use cleaning products and equipment safely and correctly, following instructions and COSHH guidance.
• Ensure waste is disposed of appropriately and bins are kept tidy.
• Maintain attention to detail, particularly in high-touch areas.
• Report any cleaning issues, faults, or maintenance concerns to the appropriate person.
• Work effectively as part of the wider school team to support a safe environment for pupils and staff.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check is required (Manpower covers the cost of the check unless you are on the DBS Update Service.
• Experience in cleaning environments where hygiene and attention to detail are essential, such as schools, care settings, healthcare environments, or similar.
• Good understanding of safe working practices, including the correct use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks to a high standard with minimal supervision.
• Respect for safeguarding procedures and discretion when working in an educational environment.