Job Introduction
Herne Junior School have a vacancy for a cleaner to join our friendly team for 2.5 hours a day, to start as soon as possible. The working hours would either be 3:30pm-6:00pm or 5:00pm-7:30pm at candidates preference, Monday to Friday.
This is a 52-week contract and during School holiday periods there is greater flexibility in the timing of when the cleaning is to be carried out. Times would be mutually agreed or as per normal term time.
The successful candidate will ideally be an experienced cleaner and must be able to work to a high standard in order to maintain a hygienic, safe and pleasant environment in which children can learn.
Duties will include:
- Emptying bins
- Cleaning allocated areas
- Washing tables and chairs
- Cleaning sinks and toilets
- Sweeping, vacuuming and mopping
- To move furniture as required to enable cleaning duties to be carried out.
- Ensuring we have a clean and welcoming school environment
- To ensure that windows are closed, doors closed/locked, and lights turned off in areas as cleaning tasks are completed.
- To attend ongoing training within normal working pattern, including Safeguarding training
The successful candidate will:
- Take pride in a job well done and be committed to achieving high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
- Be punctual and reliable
- Be willing to undertake any training relevant to the role
- Be trustworthy, maintaining confidentiality at all times in respect of school related matters
- Manage their time effectively and be flexible around the demands of the position
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team whilst also demonstrating initiative to work without supervision.
Application Procedure
Application packs are available on the school website or from the school office on request. Please submit your completed application to Rebecca Loader, School Business Manager admin@hernejunior.com
Advert closes at 5pm on Friday 13th June and interviews will take place on Wednesday 18th June.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
