Cleaner

Job Description

THE COLNE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

CLEANER - 10 hours per week

Pay Range: Local Government Scale 1, Point 2

Actual Salary: £5,775 per annum

Start Date: ASAP

The Role

We are seeking an outstanding cleaner to join our friendly team. In this role you will be undertaking cleaning within the school using a variety of methods. This will include using machinery and adhering to safety regulations.

This post is 10 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (term time, plus 4 weeks during the school closure period).
Hours Available: Monday to Friday: 3.10pm - 5.10pm

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response.
Should you be successful during the shortlisting process interviews will be held face to face at the school.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

To carry out cleaning in all and any areas of the school
Frequency of cleaning to be undertaken as directed by Procedures 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
In emergency situations to assist with the clearing of snow and ice from paths and entries
To undertake training in the correct use of cleaning equipment such as floor machines
Vacs, wet pick-ups and in health and safety and the use of cleaning Chemicals
Applicants must have the ability to use general cleaning products and be able to follow instructions
No specific experience is required as training will be given

(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification).

Why work for The Sigma Trust, The Colne Community School?

We can offer you:

A Competitive Salary
Robust school CPD training programme that enables you to flourish
Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships

Employee benefits include:

Excellent pension scheme
A Health Cash Plan
Free membership to Perkbox, offering discounts and savings
Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice
Cycle to Work scheme
Eye care plan
Annual free flu vaccination
Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms
Discounted cinema tickets

Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.

Additional Information:

For additional information about the Trust and this school, please visit our website www.sigmatrust.org.uk

To Apply

To apply for this post, please follow the URL link provided below:

https://careers.sigmatrust.org.uk/Apply/U2la442bnbWEgQXBwbGljYXRpb24gRm9ybSBOb3ZlbWJlciAyMDIzfDQxfDYyODgxNHwxfHxGYWxzZXwyMTIyfDM1MTY5MTF8MA%3d%3d?i=ns0gI04n9xo%3d

Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and any CV's and accompanying covering letters will be disregarded. A Notes for Applicants document is attached for further information.

Closing date: Midnight 7 November 2024
Interview date: TBC

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

Information about the School

We are a unique school and college where young people make real achievements. Our school understands and embraces the challenge of change, diversity and innovation and we are committed to developing teaching strategies which enable every student to be a successful learner. Our school is a learning environment that reflects the value we place on young people and their success to ensure that they grow into full participating citizens and have a real sense of their own worth.

The Colne Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Safeguarding The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.