Job Description
Working for us
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where teamwork and innovation are valued? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Scottish Borders Council is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and help us serve our community with excellence.
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We Offer:
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* Competitive salary and benefits package.
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* “Earn & Learn” by providing training, qualifications, and certifications.
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* Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organisation.
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* A supportive work culture that values diversity, teamwork, and work-life balance.
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* A chance to make a difference in your community and leave a lasting impact on future generations.
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If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference every day, we want to hear from you! Join us at Scottish Borders Council and be part of a team that's shaping the future of our community.
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Apply today!
Job Purpose
As a Cleaner, you will ensure cleaning is done according to the contract specifications and schedule. You will adhere to Health & Safety/C.O.S.H.H. regulations and maintain equipment/stock levels. You will also liaise with clients as needed.
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Council Vision (About Us)
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To improve the wellbeing of citizens within the Scottish Borders and making our region a more sustainable and better place to live, work in and to visit.
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Responsibilities
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* Ensuring cleaning is carried out as per the contract specification and work schedule.
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* Fulfilling other duties as required.
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* Working alongside your team with no supervisory responsibility.
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* Working with your team with no budgetary responsibility.
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Requirements
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* Have previous experience within a cleaning environment.
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* Be aware of the use of chemicals and prioritise Health and Safety at all times.
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* Be able to understand and complete instruction when tasked.
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* Be able to work alone and as part of a team.
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* Be flexible to meet the needs and demands of a changing environment.
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Equality Opportunity
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Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.
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Please note priority will be given to staff on the deployment/redeployment list who meet the essential criteria of the post.
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Please note that applicants who have received early retirement/voluntary severance from Scottish Borders Council will not be considered.
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Important information
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Please note that the annual salary advertised is for a full-time role, based on 35.00/37.00 hours per week. If the position you are applying for is part time or you are only going to be working part of the year, i.e., a term time contract for 38 or 39 weeks per year, the annual salary will be paid on a pro-rata basis including a number of additional weeks for annual leave entitlement when the position is term time.
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Additional information
We are looking for someone to join our mobile squad cleaning team as part of this role you will be fixed to 10 hours in our mailroom at council head quarters.
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A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post.
* If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.
For informal enquiries
Please contact
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Full Name: Tracey Biggs
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Job Title: facilities coordinator
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Email Address: tracey.biggs@scotborders.gov.uk
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