The Meadows School (Sandwell) (SIPS), is seeking a Cleaner to undertake, as part of a team and under supervision, the cleaning of designated areas to ensure they are maintained in a clean and hygienic condition.
Responsibilities will include:
* Routine cleaning of premises and furnishings in all room types during term time, to include vacuuming, damp dusting, mopping, machine cleaning floors, polishing and emptying of litter bins.
* Periodic cleaning of premises and furnishing during periods of school closure, to include scrubbing/stripping of floors, wall washing, carpet shampooing and cleaning of internal glass.
* Use of all types of electrical cleaning equipment, e.g. scrubber/polishers, carpet extraction machines subject to appropriate training.
* Cleaning of toilets and sanitary areas to include where necessary the removal of body emissions to maintain the required standard of hygiene.
* To work at all times under the direction of the Cleaner in Charge / Site Manager.
* To inspect and report any defects to the Head Teacher or Site Manager
* To replenish all consumables as and when required e.g. soap, toilet paper etc
* Use of access equipment to clean areas not accessible from floor level subject to a safe system of work.
* To participate in the operation of the Council’s personal performance Development Scheme.
It is the responsibility to carry out their duties in line with Council policy on equality and be sensitive and caring to the needs of the disadvantaged, promoting a positive approach to a harmonious working environment.
The post holder must at all times carry out his/her responsibilities with due regard to the Council’s policy, organisation and arrangements for Health and safety at work Act 1974.
Informal visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. They can be arranged by contacting Aleatheia Benjamin on 0121 569 7080.
Application forms are available and should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk.
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.
The Meadows School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff / volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a rigorous, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all references obtained will be checked for authenticity and accuracy.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.
Hours: 15 - 30 hours per week (shift pattern to be confirmed with successful applicant, term time plus 3 weeks
Grade: Grade A, SCP 2 £24,413- actual salary £9,250 - £18,842 pro-rata per annum (dependant on hours)
Location: The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU/Connor Road, West Bromwich, B71 3DJ
Closing date: Friday 10th October 2025 - 9:30am
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