School Cleaner
We are seeking a School Cleaner. Located in the heart of Coningsby, close to the RAF base, our school enjoys strong community ties, which enrich the learning experience for all pupils. We believe in fostering a lifelong love of learning, and in promoting respect, care and compassion for each other. We strive to ensure that every child feels happy, safe and confident in their learning environment.
The successful candidate will work as part of the premises team, the cleaner will assist to carry out a range of duties to ensure cleanliness of the site and premises.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Undertake cleaning of allocated areas in line with specified standards and as directed.
- Operate / use domestic and industrial cleaning equipment and materials, following appropriate training.
- Store allocated equipment and materials safely and securely.
- Perform duties in line with health and safety regulations and take immediate action where hazards are identified.
- Report serious hazards or defects in equipment to line manager immediately.
- Collect and dispose of waste.
- Refill and replace soap, towels and other materials are needed.
- To be a key holder for the school premises where required.
- To carry out all duties in a safe manner and in line with current school policies and procedures.
- To present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming school environment which supports equal opportunities for all.
To perform, in accordance with any directions, which may reasonably be given to you by your Line Manager or Headteacher from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned.
Other
- The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.
- The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies.
- The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures.
All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of during the course of their work.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, please be advised that if shortlisted, we will carry out internet searches to support our commitment to safer recruitment. Please note that the purpose of this is to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the school might want to explore with applicants at interview. Internet searches will be carried out by someone who is not directly involved in the recruitment process and only relevant information will be shared with the interview panel.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.