Job Description
New Directions Education are recruiting for a School Cleaner to cover temporary positions in Schools in the Aberystwyth area. The role is covering internal staff absences such as sickness or maternity.
The working hours can vary depending on each schools’ specific requirements but will mostly be after school. Duties would include all aspects of cleaning including mopping & hoovering. Previous experience would be beneficial, but training will be provided at the schools.
Creating a good working relationship with a school is imperative whilst representing New Directions to ensure the best possible feedback, and to be requested for further placements. You will be assigned to a dedicated Account Manager who will support you through all the necessary steps and your ongoing career through New Directions.
Job Specification
A School Cleaner is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the school.
Roles and responsibilities of a School Cleaner
As a School Cleaner, your role may include:
1. Cleaning the school site
2. Vacuuming carpeted areas and washing floors
3. Use of cleaning equipment
4. Emptying and cleaning bins
5. Spot cleaning of spillages
6. Cleaning desks, seats and skirting boards
7. Cleaning toilet areas and replenishing toiletries
8. Cleaning doors and windows
9. Checking stock levels of cleaning materials
10. Reporting all defects/hazards immediately to the caretaker or supervisor.
Skills and experience required to be a School Cleaner
To be a School Cleaner, you should:
11. Have a reasonable level of fitness
12. Be punctual, reliable and trustworthy
13. Be able to manage time effectively
14. Have the ability to work alone and without supervision, or as part of a team
15. Have awareness of health and safety procedures
16. Have reading skills for following instructions
17. Have maths skills for measuring cleaning fluids
18. Be pro-active rather than re-active.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
19. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
20. Regular and varied supply work
21. Competitive rates of pay
22. Potential long-term roles
23. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
24. A network of branches across the UK
25. One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
26. We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
27. Recommend-a-friend scheme
28. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Aberystwyth branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.