Advert Building Facilities Assistant (7/30161) Kirkgunzeon Primary School £2,776,42 - £2,823.33 You will work 4.75 hours per week.39 weeks per year. Times of work will be discussed at the interview. Come and join our award-winning team of the: * ASSIST-FM Contribution to Cleaning 2022 * APSE Building Cleaning Innovation Award 2023 * Building Cleaning Most Improved Performance Networks Award 2024 We will train you to be part of our dynamic and reactive customer facing building facilities team to provide essential janitorial and cleaning tasks in our local buildings. We need someone that can work within a small team, work independently, and be self-motivated. The post holder will provide essential building safety tasks throughout Kirkgunzeon Primary School. You will support the Lead Occupier in undertaking daily safety checks, general cleaning and supporting energy efficiency and usage throughout the premises. You will have Health and Safety responsibilities and recognise your duty to client liaison. You are required to be flexible and highly motivated to provide a high-quality support service of building facilities and cleaning services to our existing clients. You will be approachable while working in a proactive, organised, and methodical manner. We will provide you with training in iPad/Microsoft Apps, cleaning tasks, use of equipment and chemicals, and general health and safety. Good communication skills are essential. A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged. Advert cont This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident. Benefits Include: Competitive annual leave allowance Local Government Pension Scheme Personal Training Plan All necessary PPE supplied Career Progression Opportunities With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. If you would prefer to a paper application form, call 01387 260406 to request one. Contact Details: Jodie Whitmarsh Email: Jodie.Whitmarsh@dumgal.gov.uk Contact: 07350372410