School cleaners are responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the school.
What’s involved
A school cleaner's role includes:
• Cleaning certain parts of the school site
• Vacuuming carpeted areas and washing floors
• Sweeping uncarpeted areas
• Emptying and cleaning bins
• Spot cleaning of spillages
• Cleaning desks, seats and skirting boards
• Cleaning toilet areas and replenishing toiletries
• Cleaning doors and windows
• Checking stock levels of cleaning materials
• Reporting all defects/hazards immediately to the caretaker or supervisor
Skills and experience you will need
• A reasonable level of fitness
• Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
• Able to manage time effectively
• Ability to work both alone and in a team
• Awareness of health and safety procedures
• Reading skills for following instructions
• Maths skills for measuring cleaning fluids
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry qualifications for the role. Employers may look for basic written and oral skills, and a responsible attitude.