School Cleaning & Hygiene Specialist

Dorset Council UK; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council UK is seeking a dedicated school cleaner to join our facilities team. You will work as part of a team and also independently to maintain interior cleanliness to agreed standards under supervision.

The role requires a patient, calm and approachable manner with children, staff and parents, plus reliability and punctuality. You will contribute to high hygiene standards across the school premises and support a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Patience and child‑focused attitude.
• Excellent communication with children, staff and parents.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable and punctual in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the cleaning of the interior of the school to an agreed standard under the direction of the Site Manager/Cleaner in Charge.
• Ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and general hygiene of the school premises.
• Work well as part of a team as well as independently and be able to use your initiative.
• Maintain a welcoming and safe learning environment through consistent cleaning practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Approachability

Reliability

Punctuality

Child-focused

Behaviour management

Independence

Calmness

Job description

Dorset Council UK is seeking a dedicated school cleaner to join our facilities team. You will work as part of a team and also independently to maintain interior cleanliness to agreed standards under supervision.

The role requires a patient, calm and approachable manner with children, staff and parents, plus reliability and punctuality. You will contribute to high hygiene standards across the school premises and support a safe learning environment.