COMM ENT 3239 G1 - Cleaner/Cleaning Supervisor - South Park Primary School (600240) - 3239-432705587

South Lanarkshire; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in East Kilbride is seeking candidates for Cleaner and Cleaning Supervisor positions on a part-time basis. The roles involve cleaning and maintaining standards, supervising a team, and ensuring health and safety compliance. The hourly rate ranges from £13.33 to £13.79 depending on the position. This is a great opportunity for those looking to contribute to a supportive work environment with flexibility and benefits.

Benefits

Award winning local government pension scheme

Up to 33 days annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Family friendly policies

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning roles and supervisory positions.
• Understanding of COSHH regulations.
• Ability to monitor and maintain cleaning standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning functions on various surfaces.
• Monitor and report cleaning standards.
• Supervise Facility Assistants and manage their training.

Skills

Cleaning standards monitoring

Supervisory skills

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

Internal Applicants

Internal applicants must apply via Opportunity Marketplace. Please ensure you complete your skills and qualifications via the Me tab on Fusion or by clicking the application link in the application form titled ’Review Skills and Qualifications’.

ACTUAL CLOSING DATE

Applications must be received by Tuesday 23 December 2025 at 11:55pm.

Location

South Park Primary School, Netherton Road, East Kilbride, G75 9DU

Hours

15 hours per week (7.5 Cleaner post and 7.5 Cleaning Supervisor post) on a term time basis

Work Pattern

Monday – Friday 3pm – 4.30pm and 4.30pm – 6pm

Hourly Rate

£13.33 per hour (cleaner rate) and £13.64 – £13.79 per hour (supervisor rate).

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning functions on floors, furniture, fixtures, fittings, sanitary areas, walls, etc.
• Monitor cleaning standards in line with specification/COSHH regulation, reporting any issues to management.
• Set up rooms for lets and act as the responsible person on site for reporting health and safety issues.
• Supervise a team of Facility Assistants (Cleaning), including assisting with training; recruitment & selection; maximizing attendance; team brief etc.
• Ensure building security is maintained and act as a key-holder as required.

Supervisor job profile: https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/downloads/file/17226/comm_-_cleanin

Facilit job profile: https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/downloads/file/16979/comm_-_facilit

Application Process

Please apply online. All correspondence will be via your email address.

Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team; if recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale you may be automatically withdrawn.

Canvassing of elected members or employees of South Lanarkshire Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.

Legislative Information

This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or adults.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

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Overseas Criminal Records Check

Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years. Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.

Equal Opportunities

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community.

We are a Disability Confident Scheme Employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of the person specification job description.

South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families as set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans & Service leavers are guaranteed an interview who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

Benefits

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• Option to join Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave
• Employee discounts - including cinema
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program)

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM

To be considered for this vacancy you must complete the application form. All CV submissions will be disregarded.