Cleaner

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 6,900 - 7,300; Part time

Job summary

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is hiring a Cleaner for St Margarets CE Primary School. Two part-time positions offer morning or afternoon shifts with 6.00am–8.00am or 3.30pm–5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

You will maintain a clean, safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors, and support safeguarding requirements. The role requires basic literacy/numeracy, reliability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Desirable but not essential: previous cleaning experience.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices related to cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise designated areas including classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas.
• Perform daily cleaning duties such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and emptying waste bins.
• Ensure cleaning materials and supplies are stored safely and used efficiently.
• Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to the Site Manager.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Cleaning equipment operation

Health and safety practices

Independent and teamwork

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy

Job description

Job Introduction

Job Description: Cleaner

Job Title: Cleaner

Reports to: Site Manager

Hours: Part time, 10 hours per week

2 positions available with working hours of 6.00am –8.00am Monday to Friday or

3.30pm – 5.30pm Monday to Friday

Salary: £25,614 FTE (actual salary £6,922.70 based on 10 hours per week)

Main Purpose of the Job:

To maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for all pupils, staff, and visitors at St Margarets CE Primary School.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitise designated areas including classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas.
• Perform daily cleaning duties such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and emptying waste bins.
• Ensure all cleaning materials and supplies are stored safely and used efficiently.
• Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the Site Manager.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.

Person Specification Qualifications and Training:

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Experience:

• Previous experience in a cleaning role is desirable but not essential.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices related to cleaning.

Personal Qualities:

• Attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Safeguarding:

St Margarets CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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