Cleaner

Protocol Education Limited; Watford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a reliable School Cleaner for a Watford primary school. The role covers cleaning classrooms, corridors and communal areas with a focus on safety and hygiene. Applicants should be able to work independently or as part of a team in a supportive school environment.

Experience in school cleaning is beneficial, and a commitment to safeguarding pupils is essential. DBS check and ongoing training are provided, with competitive pay and flexible hours including term

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, with school experience desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices and communal areas.
• Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors.
• Cleaning washrooms and replenishing supplies.
• Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately.
• Sanitising high-touch surfaces throughout the school.
• Ensuring cleaning equipment is used safely and stored correctly.
• Reporting any maintenance or health and safety concerns.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Organised

Team player

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

School Cleaner - Primary School, Watford

School Cleaner Required – Watford Primary School

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Hours:Part time/ Full Time
Contract:Flexible - Term Time plus school holidays
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic School Cleaner to join a friendly primary school in Watford. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices and communal areas
• Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors
• Cleaning washrooms and replenishing supplies
• Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately
• Sanitising high-touch surfaces throughout the school
• Ensuring cleaning equipment is used safely and stored correctly
• Reporting any maintenance or health and safety concerns

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be dependable, punctual and organised
• Have previous cleaning experience (school experience desirable but not essential)
• Take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• A stable, long-term role with potential for additional hours

Please note: All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check in line with safer recruitment practices.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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