Cleaner

Education Authority; Belfast; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector employer in Northern Ireland is seeking a Cleaner to maintain the cleanliness of various premises. The role involves sweeping, mopping, and cleaning restrooms, ensuring high standards are met. Candidates should have at least three months of professional cleaning experience, knowledge of health and safety practices, and the ability to work independently. This role requires effective communication and teamwork skills. Training will be provided as necessary.

Benefits

Equal Opportunities Employer

Qualifications

• Minimum of three months demonstrable working experience in a cleaning role.
• Knowledge of school cleaning methods and health and safety requirements.
• Commitment to undertake mandatory training prior to commencing employment.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, suction clean, mop, and maintain floors using appropriate equipment.
• Clean and disinfect toilet and shower areas.
• Dust and clean internal surfaces up to 3.35 m.

Skills

Effective communication

Team working

Organisational skills

Independence

Tools

Commercial cleaning tools

Job description

Job Title

Cleaner

Reports To

Designated Line Manager

Job Purpose

Undertake, as part of a team, the cleaning of any area within the premises, designated by the line manager.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Sweep, suction clean, mop, dry buff, spray clean, spray wax, machine scrub and dry, strip and re‑polish floors using appropriate equipment.
• Clean and remove stains of soft floor surfaces (carpets/matting) using the appropriate cleaning method.
• Clean toilet and shower area including the fixtures and fittings.
• Clean, wash and dust ledges, walls, fixtures, fittings and internal surfaces up to 3.35 m.
• Polish furniture where appropriate.
• Empty and clean internal litter bins and remove litter to the designated collection points.

General Conditions

• Carry out all duties in accordance with health and safety and legal requirements.
• Cover colleagues on sick leave in line with Education Authority procedure.
• Report absence in line with Education Authority procedure and complete relevant forms.
• Use protective clothing or work wear issued, wear flat‑soled enclosed‑toe footwear, and care for cleaning equipment.
• Complete all necessary paperwork.
• Carry out duties for jobs of similar grade and within competence.

Training

• Accept induction and refresher training as required.

Person Specification – Essential Criteria

• Minimum of three months demonstrable working experience in a cleaning role.
• Knowledge of school cleaning methods, machinery and health and safety requirements.
• Effective communication, team working and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently to complete tasks on time and to the required standard.
• Commitment to undertake mandatory training prior to commencing employment.

Person Specification – Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working as a cleaner in a school setting.
• Minimum of one year working experience in a cleaning role.
• Demonstrable experience using a range of commercial cleaning tools.

The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.