| We are seeking a School Cleaner who will be responsible for ensuring that all areas of the school, including classrooms, corridors, toilets, and communal areas, are kept clean, tidy, and hygienic. You will play a key role in maintaining a welcoming and safe environment for both students and staff. We welcome potential applicants to visit the school. If you wish to visit please telephone the school office to book an appointment. Key responsibilities * Clean and maintain designated areas, including classrooms, hallways, restrooms, offices, and staff rooms. * Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors. * Dust, wipe down surfaces, and sanitize high-touch areas. * Empty waste bins and dispose of trash responsibly. * Replenish supplies, such as soap and toilet paper, when necessary. * Ensure all cleaning materials are used safely and stored properly. * Report any maintenance issues or repairs needed to the facilities manager.* Follow school health and safety guidelines and ensure cleanliness standards are consistently met. Key requirements Previous cleaning experience, ideally in a school or similar setting.A strong attention to detail and a pride in your work.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.A positive and professional attitude.Excellent time management and organizational skills.A flexible approach to work and a willingness to adapt to changing needs.A DBS check will be required prior to employment. What We Offer A supportive and friendly team environment.Competitive salary.Opportunities for training and development.A chance to contribute to the schools positive atmosphere and student experience. Professional development * Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness * Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school * Take part in the schools appraisal procedures Other areas of responsibility Safeguarding * Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies * Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school If youre passionate about cleanliness and want to contribute to the well-being of our school community, wed love to hear from you! Please note, this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the cleaner. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the cleaner will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the School Business Manager, Premises Officer or Headteacher. If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form. Please note we do not accept CV's. Please write a short personal statement stating your suitability for the rule in the application pack outlining any previous experiences you have that would support your application. Please forward applications to sbm@sidleshamprimaryschool.co.uk Sidlesham Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references. |
