# Cleaner - Galashiels AcademyRef no:: SBO09502Published:: 22/10/2025Closes:: 05/11/2025Location:: Galashiels Academy, Elm Row, Galashiels, TD1 3HUSalary:: £7,163.41 - £7,326.66 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Part TimeHours:: 12.5 hours per week## Working for us We Offer:* Competitive salary and benefits package.* “Earn & Learn” by providing training, qualifications, and certifications.* Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organisation.* A supportive work culture that values diversity, teamwork, and work-life balance.* A chance to make a difference in your community and leave a lasting impact on future generations. 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.Apply today!## Job PurposeAs 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.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.**Responsibilities*** Ensuring cleaning is carried out as per the contract specification and work schedule.* Fulfilling other duties as required.* Working alongside your team with no supervisory responsibility.* Working with your team with no budgetary responsibility.**Requirements*** Have previous experience within a cleaning environment.* Be aware of the use of chemicals and prioritise Health and Safety at all times.* Be able to understand and complete instruction when tasked.* Be able to work alone and as part of a team.* Be flexible to meet the needs and demands of a changing environment.**Equality Opportunity**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.Please note priority will be given to staff on the deployment/redeployment list who meet the essential criteria of the post.Please note that applicants who have received early retirement/voluntary severance from Scottish Borders Council will not be considered. For recruitment additional information pleaseFor information about SBC Benefits please## Additional informationWith the excitement looming of our new build we're looking to add to our cleaning team at Galashiels Academy. The ideal candidate must have a can do attitude.Although this may be your base you may be asked to cover other local sites.## Informal EnquiriesPlease ContactFull Name: Tracey BiggsJob Title: Lead facilities coordinatorEmail Address: tracey.biggs@scotborders.gov.ukPhone Number: 07971134584## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement
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