The Weston Road Academy requires a reliable cleaner to join our friendly team, to provide an efficient and effective, flexible service to our school. Cleaning experience would be desirable. However, training will be provided. The successful candidate will be a good communicator and able to organise their workload, along with the ability to use their initiative, be proactive, and conscientious, in addition to being a team player. The post-holder will assist the team in ensuring the school is clean and hygienic for all. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References of short-listed candidates will be sought prior to interview. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure. The post will be required to work for 15 hours per week, either 5am-8am or 3.15pm-6.15pm, Monday to Friday. The position is term time, but you will also be required to work some agreed hours during the school holidays. We offer a friendly and supportive working environment. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following characteristics: •Previous experience working as a cleaner is desirable. •Ability to organise and prioritise your own workload whilst working alone or as part of a team. •High personal standards. •Ability to communicate effectively using various methods. •Knowledge of health and safety procedures and precautions. •Awareness of health and hygiene procedures. Salary and hours Hours: 15 hours per week Salary: £12.65 per hour Closing date for applications: Monday 29th September, 9am Interview Date: TBC Application forms can be found on the academy website, here. Completed application forms should be returned to lbirks@westonroad.staffs.sch.uk Candidates will be selected for interview based entirely on the information that is provided in the application form. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. We are strongly committed to promoting and safeguarding pupil welfare and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.