Cleaner (3 posts) (Part-Time, Term-Time) (Fixed Term) - WDN05692

Limra Networks; Dumbarton; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the education sector is seeking dedicated Cleaning Operatives to join their team in Dumbarton. These part-time, term-time positions offer a flexible working environment, perfect for those looking to balance work and personal commitments. Successful candidates will ensure high standards of cleanliness in school premises while following strict health and safety protocols. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and a supportive work culture, this role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute positively to the community. If you are passionate about maintaining a clean and safe environment for students, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

Access to Local Government pension scheme

25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days

Employee wellbeing supports

Qualifications

• Membership with the PVG scheme is essential for this role.
• Experience in cleaning services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality cleaning services in schools.
• Adhere to Health and Safety guidelines at all times.

Skills

Cleaning

Health and Safety Compliance

Regulated Work with Children

Job description

Job Description

The posts are fixed term until 31/03/2025.

Hourly rate - £12.56

These are part-time, term-time posts; the salary will be pro-rata to the number of hours worked.

Post 1: 14.25 hours per week - Our Lady & St Patrick's High School

Post 2: 16 hours per week - Vale of Leven Academy

Post 3: 14.25 hours per week - Dumbarton Academy

Vacancies have arisen for Cleaning Operatives within the authority’s Alexandria & Dumbarton area.

The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a high-quality, responsive cleaning service within the premises. The successful candidate will be required to carry out general cleaning duties, ensuring high standards are maintained while adhering to Health and Safety guidelines at all times.

We have a number of positions within high schools which offer term-time contracts. The working hours for these posts are between 3:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Contracted hours range between 14.25 hours - 16 hours per week.

Requirements

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and as such, membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Preferred applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council.

Responsibilities

The employment for which you are applying is excepted from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants are, therefore, not statutorily entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are "spent" under the provisions of the Act. In the event of employment, any failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

The Individual

WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself on providing flexible working to support work-life balance. In addition to this, there are also additional benefits:

1. Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
2. A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days, as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
3. Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support

Now that you have read the role and what we have to offer, we would love to hear from you. Please use the application to tell us your experience, and why you are the candidate for this role.

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