School Cleaner

North Lakes Children; Brampton; On-site; GBP 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Brampton is seeking a part-time Cleaner. Responsibilities include vacuuming, mopping floors, and maintaining cleanliness in bathrooms and communal areas. The ideal candidate has previous experience in a large building, excellent attention to detail, and a flexible approach to their work. This role involves 20 hours per week during term time and requires a commitment to health & safety training. An enhanced DBS check will be necessary for the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in cleaning a large commercial building, preferably a school.
• Able to lift and move heavy equipment.
• Prepared to undergo training in health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum cleaning and mopping floors.
• Emptying and cleaning bins.
• Wiping down paintwork including skirting boards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Flexibility

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Cleaner

Contract type : Part-Time, Term Time Only

Salary : £19,790.40 FTE

20 hours per week - £11,308.90 3pm - 7pm Monday - Friday

10 hours per week - £5,654.40 3pm-5pm Monday - Friday

Contract : Fixed Term, Term Time Only

Location : Brampton, Cumbria

Hours : (20 hours per week)

About our School

North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with.

We are currently seeking an experienced Cleaner to join our friendly local team. If you are someone with excellent attention to detail, high standards, and a desire to do your job to the best of your ability every day then a School Cleaner role may be the perfect job for you.

We would also consider candidates looking to do a job share role - 10 hours per week, per person.

Role responsibilities

• Vacuum cleaning and mopping floors
• Emptying and cleaning bins
• Cleaning toilets and bathroom spaces
• Replenishing bathroom supplies
• Dusting, polishing and straightening furniture and cupboard tops
• Tidying communal areas ensuring hazards are removed
• Wiping down paintwork including skirting boards and window ledges

About You

• Previous professional experience of cleaning a large commercial building, preferably a school, college or university
• Able to lift and move heavy equipment
• Have a flexible approach to the work and prepared to carry out all reasonable cleaning tasks
• Able to use a wide range of cleaning equipment and products appropriately
• A confident, clear communicator
• Prepared to undergo training in health & safety, confidentiality and safeguarding practice

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which will be met by Kirby Moor School.

Kirby Moor School is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Kirby Moor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.