SCHOOL CLEANER POST LEVEL : Band A 10 hours per week (43 weeks per year) BROAD DESCRIPTION To clean specified areas within the school in accordance with the school’s/authority’s standards. Work is undertaken under the guidance of the caretaker / cleaning supervisor Contribute to the school’s statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. RESPONSIBILITY FOR OTHERS : The post has some impact on the well-being of individuals or groups (ie physical, mental, social, health and safety). RESPONSIBILITY FOR STAFF: The post has no (or limited) direct responsibility for supervising other staff though may be expected to demonstrate tasks or advise/guide new employees, work experience or trainees. RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCE : The post has no (or limited) direct responsibility for financial resources other than occasional handling small amounts of cash, processing cheques, invoices etc. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PHYSICAL RESOURCES: The post has some direct responsibility for physical resources, involving cleaning of buildings TYPICAL TASKS Clean toilets, bowls, sinks and basins Wipe down desks and chairs Vacuum and tidy classrooms Wash worktops/tables Wash/mop/sweep floors and wash wet areas Clean inside glazing Dust and polish Use buffer Strip and reseal floors (occasionally) Undertake routine maintenance of equipment (eg vacuum bags ) Empty bins and dispose of rubbish Ensure safe and effective use and storage of all equipment Be aware of Health and Safety at Work regulations and COSHH guidelines Addition of Safeguarding Draw to caretaker’s attention any problems / issues which may affect the safety or security of the school or its users. QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND LIKELY ABILITIES No formal qualifications required, though literacy and numeracy skills required to be able to read instructions and work out simple measurements. No previous experience necessary. Able to operate equipment and use materials Understands and can work to procedures, follow straightforward instructions and read labels. Can understand and operate within regulations Can identify straightforward solutions to simple problems, eg improving working methods, rearranging cleaning schedules Can exchange straightforward information with colleagues and users Display commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people Value and respect the views and needs of children Completed application forms to be sent by the closing date to: admin2590welearn365.com