JOB PURPOSE:

Supervising a team of cleaning staff to ensure standards of cleaning within the school are met and safe locking of the school.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To organise the working rotas of the cleaning team and supervise them on a daily basis.

• Undertake allocated rota of cleaning duties, in line with the job description for a cleaner, and ensure there is cover in essential areas for absent staff.

• Together with the Site Manager, train and motivate staff.

• Undertake routine inspections of the work of the cleaning team.

• Maintain regular communications with the Site Manager and cleaning team.

• Monitor the work of the cleaning team to ensure their work is of a high standard. Report any issues to the Site Manager

• Maintain any records required by the Site Manager.

• Ensure cleaning materials and equipment are stored appropriately after each clean, checking cleaning cupboards are kept tidy.

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.

• Ensure all waste is removed from classrooms, offices and other rooms.

• Keep a check on cleaning materials and inform the Site Manager in good time to re-order to avoid shortages.

• Check cleaned areas are left secure, including windows closed, doors locked, heaters and lights switched off.

• To maintain confidentiality at all times in respect of school-related matters and to prevent disclosure of confidential or sensitive information.

• To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required.