School Cleaner

The Governing Board of St James' Lanehead are looking to recruit a new cleaner for our wonderful school. They will undertake normally (as part of a team), the cleaning of designated areas within school premises to ensure that they are kept in a clean and hygienic condition. Duties will include: cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning, emptying of litter bins, polishing and dusting of the designated areas (which may include toilets) and fixtures and fittings, using where appropriate powered equipment. In return we will provide a safe, happy working environment where staff well-being is paramount. Through excellent CPD, and staff meetings this is an environment where all staff feel valued. More detail is provided in the Person Specification attached to this advert. The hours of work are Monday to Friday 6.00am until 8.00am throughout term time with 2 additional weeks work during the school holidays which is usually completed as full days. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached. Please note that this vacancy closes at 9am on 06/01/2025

COSHH Essential Experience

• Experience of working as a cleaner
• Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
• Able to manage time effectively
• Ability to work both alone and in a team
Desirable Experience
• Awareness of Health & Safety issue
• Awareness of CoSHH
• Awareness of health and safety procedures
• Working within a school environment