St James’ Catholic Primary School
St James’ Road
Orrell
Wigan
WN5 7AA
Salary: Grade 2, £9,590 - £10,050 per annum. £12.26 - £12.45 per hour
15 hours per week
Temporary until March 2026
Required for April 2025 or as soon as possible
The Governors wish to appoint a conscientious, hardworking and committed Cleaner to work as part of a team. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing and maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness around the school and will be expected to use a number of pieces of equipment to do this.
Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures is desirable and qualifications to use cleaning machines would be an advantage. Full training will be provided for the successful applicant who must be supportive of the School’s ethos at all times.
The main duties of the post are as follows:
* Under the direction of senior staff to undertake cleaning duties within allocated areas in line with specified standards.
* Ensure that high standards of cleanliness are achieved and maintained at all times.
* Ensure work is completed in specified timescales.
* Undertake emergency cleaning as and when required.
* To operate/use domestic and/or industrial cleaning equipment and materials. (following relevant training)
* To undertake basic record keeping as directed.
* To refill and replace consumables and to collect and dispose of waste.
* To perform duties in line with health and safety regulations (COSHH).
* To handle cleaning materials in line with COSHH regulations.
* To report serious hazards to the line manager immediately.
* To report faulty equipment and other maintenance requirements to the appropriate person.
* To undertake specialist cleaning programmes during school closures.
* Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade and job title as directed by the Headteacher.
* To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures.
In return we can offer:
* A warm friendly Catholic Ethos.
* Highly motivated staff committed towards enabling our children to reach their full potential.
Application forms can be obtained by contacting the school office at St James’ Catholic Primary School on Wigan 01942 748455 and via email or downloaded from the school website.
Application forms are returnable to the Headteacher Mr G Hayes at the school. If emailing your application, then please email to enquiries@admin.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk
If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 748455 E-mail: enquiries@admin.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk Website:
Interview date: To Be Confirmed
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check
Wigan Council and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.
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