Job Description

Cleaner - 15 hours per week, term time only

We are seeking to appoint a Cleaner on aFixed Term basis with a start date of 2nd September 2024.

Personal Qualities

Prior experience of working within a commercial cleaning environment is an advantage, however, we will provide training to those candidates who have not worked as a Cleaner in a previous role.

Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment, ability to work within a team and manage their own time effectively to ensure that the role is completed in the timeframe set.

Responsibilities of the Post Holder

In accordance with the job description for Cleaner, the main responsibilities are as follows:

· to work as part of a team and to provide a high level of cleaning. To undertake the cleaning of areas, as specified byour Site Manager and Business Manager.

· the postholder will be expected to observe safe working practices in carrying out their required duties and report any potential hazards.

· to undertake training in the correct use of cleaning equipment such as floor machines, vacs, health and safety and the use of cleaning chemicals.

· 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.

Remuneration and Working Time

15 hours per week 15:00 - 18:00. Monday to Friday, Term Time only (38 weeks a year). The hours of work required will be on afixed term basis, with preferable hours as stated, however, we would be happy to accommodate flexibility of start or end times accordingly

Information about the School

Buckhurst Hill Community Primary School is a friendly and welcoming two form entry primary school situated in the suburb of Buckhurst Hill with good transport links to London. We pride ourselves as being at the heart of our community and have staff who are committed to the values of trauma informed practice.

We are looking for an aspirational, innovative and highly skilled practitioner to join our successful school.

We would like our applicants to be committed to providing the best educational opportunities for all children, demonstrate outstanding practice with high expectations of pupil attainment and behaviour, have the ability to inspire and motivate children to achieve levels of excellence, have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team.

We can offer a commitment to developing your teaching skills with bespoke CPD to take you to the next level in your career; enthusiastic, friendly and dedicated teaching and support staff, and a community which values everyone's achievement and prides itself on the success of all children.

We are part of The Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust of fifteen Primary and one Special School all based in the Epping Forest District. Along with our SCITT (School-Centred Initial Teacher Training), School Improvement Team, Well-being Service and Resourced Provisions based in three of our schools, we are a leading educational organisation in Epping Forest.

EFSPT was formed in 2018 from a consortium of schools that had worked together for over 20 years, and are committed to collaborative working to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children and school communities. The schools maintain their identities but work in a highly collaborative manner supported by a small but very experienced Central Team.

Our Mission is to provide an exceptional education that is inclusive and challenging for all and which provides wider opportunities for the children within the EFSPT to flourish.

EFSPT is committed to Trauma Perceptive Practice; the Essex approach to understanding behaviour and supporting emotional well-being. Being trauma-perceptive means that through our values, policies and practice, we are able to effectively support the children, families and communities in our Trust, creating spaces of belonging and safety that enable everyone to flourish, become resilient and learn.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we are committed to safeguarding our schools' communities. The appointment will therefore be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.