Overview
We are seeking a conscientious and enthusiastic cleaner to provide a cleaning service under the instruction of the Site Supervisors. The cleaner will follow the processes and procedures set out by the school to ensure high standards are maintained and health and safety guidelines are adhered to.
The successful candidate will:
- Be able to work well as part of a team but also demonstrate the initiative and ability to work alone
- Have a good attention to detail
- Be able to demonstrate that they meet the requirements set out in the person specification
- Be required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure check
- Be eligible to live and work in the UK
Furthermore, we are committed to fostering the growth and development of our staff. Training and development opportunities will be readily available, and we actively encourage further study.
The Trust is dedicated to supporting staff in obtaining relevant qualifications to enhance their professional journey.
CORE PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
- Effective and efficient cleaning of areas to the required standard, as directed, using the correct techniques and equipment.
- Cleaning, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, polishing and dusting, cleaning toilets and emptying litter bins.
- Cleaning classrooms, school hall, toilets, laboratories, cloakrooms and other areas as instructed.
- Moving furniture/small equipment, with assistance if necessary, to enable cleaning of all areas, including work surface and desk tops.
- Locking and unlocking doors and windows as directed.
- Replenishing supplies of toiletries, bin bags etc. as directed.
- Safely removing and disposing of litter and waste to the designated disposal areas.
- Operating powered equipment e.g buff polishers, vacuum units, wet scrubbers.
- Emptying vacuum cleaners and buffer vacuum bags at the end of each session , cleaning and checking all equipment after use and storing away in the designated area.
- Periodically washing walls, cleaning internal glass, maintaining floor surfaces and deep cleaning.
- Reporting actual and potential problems, risks or faults with equipment to the Site Supervisors.
- Following Trust and School policies & procedures when undertaking all tasks, in particular those relating to health and safety.
- Undertaking relevant training as required as directed by the Site Supervisor.
TO APPLY
To apply, please forward a completed application form to [email protected]. Application forms can be found here - https://www.huxlow.northants.sch.uk/home/about-us/vacancies/
For candidates invited to interview, these responses will be explored further, together with the other elements of the Person Specification.
All applications will be acknowledged.
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
We will treat all enquiries, formal and informal, in confidence. If candidates wish to visit arrangements can be made by contacting Sonya Earby- Martin, HR Manager.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Should you have any queries or issues with the dates outlined above or would like a confidential conversation, then please contact Sonya Earby-Martin, HR Manager on 01933 650496 ([email protected]).
If you are ready to be part of a team that is committed to shaping brighter futures for our young people, we invite you to join us at Huxlow Academy.
Responsible to: Site Manager
Working hours: 6.25 hours per week - Monday to Friday 1.30 - 2.45pm (38 weeks a year)
Salary: Grade C Point 3 - £3,510 - FTE £24,795
Tove Learning Trust expects its employees to work flexibly within the framework of the job description. This means the post holder may be expected to carry out work that is not specified in the job description but which is within the remit of the role, duties and responsibilities.
Tove Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children , young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff & visitors to share this commitment.
It is the post holders responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people for whom s/he comes into contact with and adhering to and ensuring compliance with the Schools Safeguarding happened Child Protecting Policy at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the s/he must record the details and take appropriate action , according to the nature of the concern, to safeguard the young person and inform the relevant staff within school, including the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
Identity, Prohibition, Qualifications, Barred List, Enhanced DBS, Section 128, Overseas , Right to work, Reference, Criminal Record and Medical Checks are essential for all applicable posts at the School.
KCSIE Online Searches - In accordance with paragraph 221 of Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 schools are now required, to carry out an online search for shortlisted candidates. If shortlisted for the role an appropriate online search will be undertaken on your name(s). Any information given will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied.
Tove Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff an volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check.
References will be taken up for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview. The trust reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process.
Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on an ongoing basis. As a result, the vacancy may be closed early if a suitable candidates is found. We encourage you to submit your application promptly to ensure consideration.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £3,510.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
