Cleaner

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 5,300 - 7,200; Part time

Job summary

Wigan Council seeks a dedicated Cleaning Operative for St John’s Primary School, Mosley Common. This term-time, part-time role covers 10 hours per week, with 16:30–18:30 (16:00–18:00 on Fridays) and annual leave during school holidays.

You’ll train, follow COSHH and health and safety guidelines, operate cleaning equipment, manage supplies, and support the Local Kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have good numeracy and literacy, clear communication, and a proactive attitude, with flexibility

Qualifications

• Essential numeracy and literacy; clear communication and proactive attitude.
• Physically capable of lifting heavy equipment and working independently or in a team.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and flexibility around school hours.

Responsibilities

• Complete training and follow health and safety and COSHH guidelines.
• Operate cleaning equipment and manage supplies.
• Carry out waste disposal and specialist cleaning during school closures.
• Maintain records and report maintenance issues.
• Work with the Local Kitchen team.

Skills

Customer care

Cleaning principles

Clear communication

Teamwork

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance

St John’s Primary School, Mosley Common

Salary: Grade 2, £6,277 per annum. £13.05 per hour

10 hours per week 16:30-18:30 (16:00-18:00 on Friday) term time working 42 weeks per year plus 20 hours staff engagement

We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough.

We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!

Your role:

We are seeking a dedicated Cleaning Operative to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming school environment. In this role, you will complete essential training, follow health and safety and COSHH guidelines, operate cleaning equipment, manage supplies, and carry out waste disposal and specialist cleaning during school closures. You’ll also maintain records, report maintenance issues, and work collaboratively with the Local Kitchen team. You will bring a calm and composed approach when working, showing resilience and professionalism in every task. Your ability to communicate clearly and adapt to changing needs will reflect the values and behaviours of Team Wigan.

About you:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of good customer care and cleaning principles, along with a willingness to undertake relevant training. Essential personal skills include basic numeracy and literacy, clear communication, and a proactive attitude with a passion for doing your best. You should be physically capable of lifting heavy equipment, able to work independently and as part of a team and show initiative in your daily tasks. Flexibility is key, as the role may require working around the school day, including evenings and holiday periods.

About us:

Wigan Council has been voted ‘Overall Council of the Year’ at the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Awards. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or 'unbroken' between the supporting organisations.

The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them.

You’ll be part of the Transport & School Operations (TSO) service, supported by a network of dedicated teams. The Local Kitchen Business Management team oversees school operatives and drives service improvements, while the Business Support team manages daily staff allocation and acts as the central hub. The Operations Team focuses on your wellbeing, offering training, health and safety support, staff engagement, and guidance whenever needed. TSO is committed to innovation, trust, and technology, ensuring that whatever the day brings, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan.

To be appointed to this role you must be able to prove your right to work in the UK, and you must maintain a valid (active) right to work. Please note, at present we are not a licenced sponsor. Please visit the link below to check you qualify to apply. Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

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Please contact either Anouska Wash (07968 855932) or Maria Hawkins (07968 855930) for further information.

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

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