School Cleaner – St Padarn Primary School

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Safety training provided

Welsh language support

Job summary

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council is seeking a reliable school cleaner to join our team in Aberystwyth. You will maintain clean, safe, hygienic environments for staff and pupils, delivering professional cleaning across classrooms, corridors and communal areas.

Full training will be provided, health and safety procedures followed, and a DBS check may be required. Welsh language support is available for candidates who need it.

Qualifications

• Reliable and flexible cleaner with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Welsh language support is available for candidates who need it.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, corridors, staff rooms, toilets, and communal areas to a high standard.
• Ensure hygiene in areas used by children, including regular disinfection of surfaces.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment and use appropriate cleaning products.
• Follow health and safety and safeguarding procedures while on site.
• Report maintenance or safety concerns to the relevant personnel.

Skills

Reliable

Flexible

Independent

Job description

Please note that the hourly rate for this position is £13.27. The advertised salary of £25,614 is based on a full-time role (37 hours per week). As this role is part-time, the actual salary will be adjusted proportionally according to the number of hours worked.

We are seeking a reliable and motivated school cleaner to join our team. Your role will be essential in maintaining clean, safe, and hygienic environment for staff and public.

The successful candidate will take pride in delivering consistent, professional cleaning services that support health, safety, and wellbeing for staff, visitors, and the wider community. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring high standards of cleanliness are consistently met, contributing to a welcoming and professional environment wherever they are assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, corridors, staff rooms, toilets, and communal areas to a high standard.
• Ensure hygiene in areas used by children, including regular disinfection of surfaces.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment and use appropriate cleaning products.
• Follow health and safety and safeguarding procedures while on site.
• Report any maintenance or safety concerns to the relevant personnel.

Person Specification

• Takes pride in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment.
• Has a flexible, reliable, and positive attitude.
• Communicates effectively and works well independently or as part of a team.

Experience and Training

Previous cleaning experience is beneficial but not essential. We welcome applications from individuals with little or no experience. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Additional Information

• Health and Safety training will be provided.
• Welsh language support is available for candidates who need it.
• Interviews will be held remotely, typically one week after the job advert closes.

Job Description and Person Specification

Team Ceredigion Information Pack

For further information please contact Robert Evans via [e-mail]

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case‑based?

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.