Housekeeper

St Philips Care; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated cleaning staff member. The role involves maintaining high cleaning standards in designated areas, ensuring proper use of cleaning equipment and materials, and adhering to health and safety guidelines. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to cleanliness and safety within the school environment and work flexibly as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Understanding of health and safety guidelines related to cleaning.
• Skill in operating cleaning equipment effectively.

Responsibilities

• Clean designated areas to a high standard.
• Maintain cleaning equipment in good condition.
• Ensure the safe use of chemicals.

Job description

Job Purpose

To undertake individually or as a member of the team, the cleaning of any designated areas the highest possible standard, as directed within the school, reporting to the Site Manager or the Headmistress.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To carry out all cleaning to required standards of cleanliness as specified by the school
• To ensure any tools or light equipment and machinery supplied e.g. Vacuum cleaners and polishers for use are kept in good condition and stored securely in the designated areas
• To maintain all School standards of hygiene and safety of all cleaning equipment and cleaning cupboards in your charge
• To ensure the safe use of chemicals and cleaning materials as instructed by your Line Manager following Health and Safety guidelines and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• To carry out all work in line with Health and Safety guidelines, regulations and risk assessments
• To report any hazards, defects and any relevant factors of breakdowns of equipment that may be detrimental to safe working practices, immediately to your Line Manager
• To inform the Site Manager of additional supplies or cleaning materials required
• To report any damage, graffiti or hazards to the Site Manager
• To place all rubbish from bins in sacks and take to the designated area
• To undertake all cleaning duties including washing, sweeping, vacuuming, emptying of litter bins, dusting and polishing of the designated areas including toilets, showers, fixtures and fittings and inner glass
• To cover for absent colleagues and undertake any other reasonable cleaning or allied task as requested by the Site Manager or Headmistress
• To read, understand and adhere to the School rules and policies relating to equal opportunities, health and safety, child protection and dealing with pupils, staff and parents.

Flexibility

The above list is not exhaustive and other duties may be attached to the post from time to time. Variation may occur to the duties and responsibilities without changing the general character of the post.

Safeguarding

To be aware of and implement the measures detailed within the School’s Safeguarding Policy and to work with the Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure the welfare and well-being of all pupils at the school.

Equality of opportunity

Birchfield School is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment