Janitor - Earlston Primary School - SBO10388

Scottish Borders Council; Earlston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and qualifications

Professional development

Supportive work culture

Community impact

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a dedicated Janitor to maintain school premises' cleanliness and safety, ensuring a welcoming environment for staff, pupils and visitors.

You will perform cleaning, litter patrol, porter duties, minor repairs and help with security, opening/closing the school, and act as emergency contact outside hours. This is a hands-on role in a supportive team.

We value teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety across our schools.

Qualifications

• Possess a good education level or BICS credentials.
• Be physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team, while also displaying self-sufficiency.
• Be able to work flexibly and follow instructions and procedures accurately.
• Have good practical, organisation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness of assigned areas, buildings, and facilities.
• Providing assistance with rearranging furniture and supervision as needed.
• Playing an active part in the security and Health and Safety policy of the school.
• Liaising with tradesmen and assisting teachers with practical preparations.
• Managing procurement and ensuring timely supply receipt to support janitorial tasks efficiently.
• Working alongside your team with no supervisory responsibility.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Self-sufficiency

Following procedures

Education

BICS credentials

Job description

Working for us

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where teamwork and innovation are valued? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Scottish Borders Council is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and help us serve our community with excellence.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Earn & Learn by providing training, qualifications, and certifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organisation.
• A supportive work culture that values diversity, teamwork, and work-life balance.
• A chance to make a difference in your community and leave a lasting impact on future generations.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference every day, we want to hear from you! Join us at Scottish Borders Council and be part of a team that's shaping the future of our community.

Job Purpose

As a Janitor, you will maintain school premises' cleanliness and safety. You will be responsible for ensuring a clean and safe environment for staff, pupils, and visitors. You will clean, perform litter patrol, porter, and conduct minor repairs. You will ensure building security, open/close the school, and serve as an emergency contact outside school hours.

Council Vision (About Us)

To improve the wellbeing of citizens within the Scottish Borders and making our region a more sustainable

and better place to live, work in and to visit.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness of assigned areas, buildings, and facilities
• Providing assistance with rearranging furniture and supervision as needed
• Playing an active part in the security and Health and Safety policy of the school
• Liaising with tradesmen and assisting teachers with practical preparations
• Managing procurement and ensuring timely supply receipt to support janitorial tasks efficiently
• Working alongside your team with no supervisory responsibility

Requirements

• Possess a good education level or BICS credentials
• Be physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team, while also displaying self-sufficiency
• Be able to work flexibly and follow instructions and procedures accurately
• Have good practical, organisation, and communication skills

Additional information

We are looking for a self motivated individual to join our school as Janitor.

For informal enquiries please contact

Full Name: Tracey.biggs

Job Title: Facilities Lead coordinator

Email Address: [e-mail]

Phone number: 07971134584

Equality Opportunity

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Please note priority will be given to staff on the deployment/redeployment list who meet the essential criteria of the post.

Please note that applicants who have received early retirement/voluntary severance from Scottish Borders Council will not be considered.

Employability Support -The Employability Service - For support on completing job applications, Scottish Borders residents can access free support from our specialist Employability Team. Please contact us via the switchboard 01835 824000 asking to be transferred to the Employability Service or email [e-mail]

You can also find more about the support we have to offer, by visiting our website for more information https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/help-finding-job/support-employment