School Cleaner

eTeach UK Limited; Brampton; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school is seeking a part-time Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness. Responsibilities include vacuuming, cleaning toilets, and maintaining communal areas. Candidates should have experience in cleaning large commercial buildings and be prepared for training in health and safety. The role is part-time during term time, offering a flexible approach to the work. The successful candidate must commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience of cleaning a large commercial building, preferably a school, college or university.
• Prepared to undergo training in health & safety, confidentiality and safeguarding practice.

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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift and move heavy equipment

Flexible approach to work

Clear communication

Tools

Wide range of 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.