Aldercar High School – In Pursuit of Excellence
Hours: 15 hours per week
Working pattern: Monday–Friday, 3:00pm–6:00pm
Weeks per year: 39
Contract: Grade 3

Aldercar High School is seeking a reliable, motivated Cleaner to join our friendly site team. You will play an important part in helping us maintain a clean, safe and hygienic environment for our pupils, staff and visitors.

About the Role

As a Cleaner, you will carry out a range of cleaning duties in line with agreed standards and schedules. This includes the safe and effective use of cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor machines, steam cleaners and carpet cleaners, as well as the safe handling of cleaning chemicals. You will work as part of a small, supportive team under the direction of the Site Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake general cleaning duties across the school site
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and effectively
• Use approved cleaning chemicals responsibly
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness
• Follow the school’s Health & Safety procedures at all times
• Contribute to risk awareness by identifying and reporting issues

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience of performing cleaning tasks in a working environment
• Basic literacy skills to follow written instructions
• Awareness of safe working practices
• A good work ethic, time management skills and reliability
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Willingness to undertake relevant training
• (Desirable) Knowledge of a full range of cleaning methods and equipment
• (Desirable) NVQ Level II in Cleaning or willingness to work toward it

Safeguarding

Aldercar High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks.