School Cleaner

FOX MORRIS GROUP LTD; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX MORRIS GROUP LTD is seeking a reliable Cleaner to maintain a clean, safe, tidy environment for pupils, staff and visitors in a Nottingham/Nottinghamshire area school. The role focuses on classroom and facility cleanliness with adherence to health and safety policies.

You will perform daily cleaning tasks, manage waste, restock supplies, and support school events as required, while upholding safeguarding standards and COSHH guidelines.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required and registered with DBS Update Service.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain high cleaning standards.
• Experience in cleaning or facilities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, offices, corridors, halls, washrooms and communal areas.
• Empty, clean and sanitise waste and recycling bins; dispose of waste responsibly.
• Clean and sanitise washroom facilities; replenish consumables.
• Clean internal glass doors, windows and display boards.
• Use cleaning chemicals safely following COSHH guidelines.
• Report maintenance issues to Premises Manager or senior staff promptly.
• Keep cleaning equipment and stores tidy, secure and in good working order.
• Cover additional cleaning duties during events or holidays as needed.
• Follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team player

Physical fitness

Job description

Job Title: Cleaner

Location: Nottingham, Ipswitch, Sheffield

Contract Type: Ongoing

Salary: £12.71 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, conscientious and hardworking Cleaner to join our premises team and help maintain a clean, safe, tidy and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You will play a vital part in ensuring our school is a healthy place to learn and work.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning of classrooms, offices, corridors, halls, stairwells, washrooms and communal areas including dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and polishing
• Empty, clean and sanitise waste and recycling bins, and dispose of waste responsibly
• Clean and sanitise washroom facilities, replenish consumables (soap, toilet roll, hand towels) and check for leaks or damage
• Clean internal glass doors, windows and display boards as required
• Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely, following all instructions, COSHH guidelines and training provided
• Report any maintenance issues, damage, safety hazards or security concerns to the Premises Manager or Senior Member of Staff promptly
• Ensure all cleaning equipment and stores are kept tidy, secure and in good working order
• Work flexibly to cover absence or additional cleaning duties during school events, deep cleans or holiday periods as reasonably required
• Adhere to all school policies, health and safety rules and safeguarding procedures at all times

Person Specification

• Able to work efficiently and thoroughly with attention to detail and take pride in your work
• Reliable, punctual and able to work on your own initiative and as part of a small team
• Physically fit to carry out cleaning tasks including lifting, bending, climbing steps and moving equipment
• Friendly, approachable and respectful towards children, staff and visitors

Safeguarding & Vetting Requirements

The successful candidate MUST hold an Enhanced DBS Check which is registered on the DBS Update Service