Cleaner Chargehand, Kirkwall Grammar School

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Chargehand Cleaner to lead a team at a prominent school. This part-time role involves overseeing cleaning operations, ensuring hygiene standards, and providing training to new staff. You will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean environment while adhering to safety protocols. If you enjoy working in a team and have a passion for cleanliness and leadership, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning operations and team oversight.
• Ability to follow written procedures and ensure safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of over 20 cleaners ensuring standards are met.
• Conduct training for new members and ensure safe practices.

Skills

Team Leadership

Cleaning Procedures

Safety Practices

Training Delivery

Tools

Powered Cleaning Equipment

Job description

Salary: £28,652 - £28,864 per year pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 20 hours per week

Advert

NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

20 hours per week, Monday – Thursday 4.00pm - 8.00pm, Friday 2.30pm - 6.30pm

Permanent

Applications are invited for the post of Chargehand Cleaner at the Kirkwall Grammar School. You will be required to carry out a range of cleaning activities following written procedures and using your own initiative where necessary.

Duties include the use of powered cleaning equipment to ensure the premises are kept in a clean and hygienic condition.

As Chargehand you will also be responsible for the activities of a team of over 20 cleaners to ensure cleaning operations are carried out to the specified standard.

Duties will include:

• Ensuring that the work is carried out and completed according to instruction.

• Ensuring that safe working practices are adopted and followed.

• Ensuring that the conduct of the work group is in accordance with the Council’s Staff Rules.

• Delivering on the job training to new work group members.

• Ensuring all returns are completed and submitted timeously.

• Material and equipment requisition.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Caroline Petrie, Service Manager (Building Cleaning) 01856 873535 ext. 2733 or Melissa Sutherland, Building Cleaning Officer 01856 873535 et. 2740.

It is anticipated that interviews will take place week commencing 9 June 2025

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 1 June 2025

Please note that interview expenses expenses are not payable for this post.