CLEANER

Location

GILLIBRAND PRIMARY SCHOOL, GROSVENOR ROAD, CHORLEY, PR7 2PJ

Tel: 01257 274983
School website: www.gillibrand.lancsngfl.ac.uk

Summary

At Gillibrand Primary School we are a happy, thriving and forward-thinking school, with 209 pupils on roll. We pride ourselves on being a fully inclusive school with strong community links. At Gillibrand we have a strong vision and values that are over-arched by the line 'We nurture children's dreams'. Gillibrand has recently become the part of the Aspirational Futures MAT. Through collaboration with other AFMAT schools we will continue our journey of high standards, high expectations, and high status.

We wish to appoint a reliable, flexible and self - motivated individual to join our existing Premises team. Under the direction and instruction of the Cleaning Supervisor, you will undertake the cleaning of designated areas within the school premises to ensure that they are kept in a clean and hygienic condition, to the agreed quality standards whilst being responsible for ensuring a consistent high standard of cleaning throughout. The hours of work will be 4pm-7pm Monday to Friday. Experience is preferred but not essential as training can be given, however a strong work ethic and to be able to work well in a team are crucial.

The role will include:-

Cleaning, including closure cleaning

Sweeping, vacuum cleaning and mopping of floors;

Emptying litter bins;

Polishing and dusting of surfaces and fixtures and fittings;

Cleaning toilets including replenishment of paper towels, toilet rolls and other disposables;

Using appropriate powered equipment e.g. floor buffer; Training will be provided

To notify line management or other senior member of staff, of any damage to buildings and equipment or anything you see that may be dangerous to pupils or staff;

To inform the site supervisor of matters requiring attention e.g. light bulb replacement, blocked toilets etc;

To inform cleaning supervisor when there is low stock of cleaning materials and other disposables etc;

To undertake training in the correct use of cleaning equipment as appropriate;

Additional cleaning for one-off occasions i.e. Open Evenings, Visits etc.

The closing date is 9am on 15/07/2024. Interviews to be held on the 16th July.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Desirable Experience

Using appropriate powered equipment e.g. floor buffer; however training can be provided

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the school directly on 01257 274983 for further information.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.