Cleaner

To be part of the team of cleaners and caretakers responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of the fabric of the centre. Whilst there will be a division of labour it is expected that each team member will be prepared to discharge the duties of other colleagues, as and when it is deemed necessary by the Duty Caretaker, Leadership Centre Development Officer or the Centre Management Team., Cleaning designated areas of the centre in accordance with Durham County Council cleaning specifications and ensuring that these are kept in a clean and hygienic condition, on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis as instructed by the Duty Caretaker and Leadership Centre Development Officer.

To clean designated areas of the centre as allocated by the Duty Caretaker and Leadership Centre Development Officer. These areas may be changed, depending on the needs of the centre.
Cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning in a variety of office and teaching areas.
Cleaning of public areas, including the hospitality area, corridors and toilets.
Emptying of litter bins.
Polishing and dusting of fixtures and fittings.
Where appropriate use of powered equipment.
To keep appropriate light equipment, machinery and cleaning cupboards in a clean and hygienic condition.
To follow all Health and Safety codes, Health and Hygiene code/practices in relation to cleaning e.g. C.O.S.H.H., positioning of wet floor cones etc. The Leadership Centre Development Officer will have a copy of the centre's Health and Safety document for your use.
To report faulty equipment and machinery to the Duty Caretaker or Leadership Centre Development Officer.

WORKING HOURS:

The basic hours are 10 per week, to be arranged with the Caretakers and Leadership Centre Development Officer. There may be occasional requirements for overtime working which will be by arrangement with the Leadership Centre Development Officer and paid at overtime rates.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

The post holder will be issued with protective clothing i.e. overall, body warmers, rubber gloves which must worn for protection. The post holder is responsible for laundering and repairs etc. The Leadership Centre Development Officer will decide when articles need replacing. In case of body spillages protective clothing will be supplied.

VARIATION IN THE ROLE:

Given the dynamic nature of the role and structure of LA Children & Young People's Services at the present time, it must be accepted that, as the Service's work develops and changes, there will be a need for adjustments to the role and responsibilities of the post. The duties specified above are, therefore, not to be regarded as either exclusive or exhaustive.

They may change from time to time commensurate with the grading level of the post and following consultation with the officer which may, if he/she so wishes, involve a union representative.

Ability to work by yourself and as part of a team
Honest and trustworthy
A desire to contribute to the success of the centre and to be part of Children and Young People's Service within the centre