Job Description
Job Title CLEANER
Reports to Site Manager
Responsible for N/A
Liaison with Site Manager, Classroom Teachers and Head Teacher.
Job Purpose To undertake cleaning within the school according to Procedures Codes using a variety of methods including machinery and adhering to safety regulations.
Duties • To carry out cleaning in all and any areas of the school.
• Frequency of cleaning to be undertaken as directed by Procedure Codes.
• Assisting with the locking and unlocking of school buildings and rooms.
• To carry out as necessary the replacement to roller towels, renewing supply of toilet rolls and replacement of bin liners.
• To assist as necessary with the cleaning up after break-in or vandalism at the school.
• To undertake training in the correct use of cleaning equipment such as floor machines, Vacs, wets pick-ups and in health and safety and the use of cleaning chemicals.
• To notify the Senior Caretaker or other Senior member of staff, of any damage to buildings and equipment or of anything you see that may be dangerous to pupils and/or staff.
• All employees are expected to show a responsible attitude to health and safety issues and have due regard for their personal safety and that of others.
Such other duties relating to the cleanliness of the school premises as may be necessary from time to time within the reasonable requirements of the Principal and Governing Body.
General • To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager.
• To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace
• Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School’s Equal Opportunities Policy
• The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment
• The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the Principal to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade
PERSON SPECIFICATION
CLEANER
General heading Detail Examples
Qualifications & Experience Specific qualifications & experience No specific experience required
Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures Basic knowledge of First Aid
Literacy Basic reading skills
Technology Ability to use general cleaning products
Communication Written Ability to complete basic forms
Verbal Ability to exchange routine verbal information clearly
Languages Seek support to overcome communication barriers with children and adults
Negotiating Ability to follow instructions
Working with children Behaviour Management Understand the school’s behaviour management policy
SEN Understand and support the differences in children and adults and respond appropriately
Curriculum Basic understanding of the learning experience provided by the school
Child Development Basic understanding of the way in which children develop
Health & Well being Understand and support the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing
Working with others Working with partners Understand the role of others working in and with the school
Relationships Ability to establish rapport and respectful and trusting relationships with others
Team work Ability to work effectively with a range of adults
Information Know when, how and with whom to share information
Responsibilities
Organisational skills Good organisational skills
Line Management N/A
Time Management Ability to manage own time effectively
Creativity Demonstrate ability to resolve routine problems independently
General Equalities Awareness of and commitment to equality
Health & Safety Basic understanding of Health & Safety
Child Protection Understand and implement child protection procedures
Confidentiality/Data Protection Understand procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality
CPD Be prepared to develop and learn in the role