Cleaning Assistant

Codsall High School; Codsall; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Codsall High School is seeking an enthusiastic cleaner to join the premises team. You will clean designated areas to maintain a hygienic environment under supervision, working as part of a friendly team within our partnership of schools.

The role includes routine cleaning (vacuuming, mopping, waste disposal, damp dusting, floor care) and periodic tasks during stand-down periods, with a five-month probation and full health and safety compliance. DBS check may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar environment is desirable but not essential.
• Awareness of health & safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning of designated areas to a clean, hygienic condition.
• Routine cleaning of premises including vacuuming, mopping, waste disposal, damp dusting, and floor care.
• Periodic cleaning during school closures as directed.
• Clean fixtures and fittings and reseal hard floors.
• Clean toilets and maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely in line with policies.

Skills

Cleaning

Teamwork

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

The Partnership wish to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated cleaners to join the premises team. You will be responsible for the cleaning of premises and furnishings, under the direction of the Cleaning Supervisor. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an educational environment and join our hard-working, friendly team, ensuring the smooth operation within our partnership of schools. The role will include:

• To undertake, as a part of a team and under supervision, the cleaning of designated areas to ensure they are maintained in a clean, hygienic condition
• Routine cleaning of premises and furnishings in all rooms including vacuuming, mopping, waste disposal, damp dusting, machine cleaning floors and polishing
• Periodic cleaning of premises during stand down in school closures as directed by Cleaning Supervisor
• Cleaning of fixture, fittings and stripping and resealing of hard floors.
• Cleaning of toilet facilities and associated tasks required to achieve a high quality of cleanliness.
• The use of appropriate cleaning equipment and machinery.
• Ensuring the safe use of chemicals, machinery and equipment when carrying out the cleaning function in line with current legislation, standards and County Council policies and procedures for Health and Safety and in accordance with training provided., The successful candidate will be required to complete a five-month probationary period. During this time, appropriate support, induction and regular review meetings will be provided to help ensure a successful transition into the role. Relevant experience in a similar environment (desirable not essential) Awareness of health & safety and hygiene standards Reliable, punctual and flexible approach to work Right to Work in the UK and willingness to undergo a DBS check