Cleaning Assistant

Under the direction and instruction of the Site Manager/Site Supervisor, to 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.

Cleaning

-    Cleaning including closure cleaning during the summer break;

-    Sweeping, vacuum cleaning and mopping of floors;

-    Emptying litter bins;

-    Polishing and dusting of surfaces and fixtures and fittings;

-    Cleaning of changing rooms, toilets and shower facilities, 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 Site Supervisor of matters requiring attention e.g. light bulb replacement, blocked toilets etc;

-    To inform Site 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.

General

-    At all times to carry out the duties in accordance with school-based policies and Health and Safety procedures;

-    To participate in the School’s appraisal scheme where appropriate;

-    The duties may be varied by the Headteacher and/or Governing Body to meet changed circumstances in a manner compatible with the post held.