Cleaning Supervisor

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JOB DESCRIPTION - Cleaning Supervisor

Name:

Title of Post: Cleaning Supervisor

Salary Scale: Scale 2

Responsible to: Site Manager

Purpose of Job:

To supervise the cleaners

To undertake cleaning within the school according to Procedures Codes using a variety of methods including machinery and adhering to safety regulations.

Duties

· Greet cleaners, allocate work areas accordingly

· Support cleaners in their needs and requirements

· Carry out audit of standards

· Work with the school office to ensure stock is ordered and maintained at an acceptable level

· Organise work schedules for cleaners

· Maintenance of equipment and report faulty equipment to Site Manager

· Address any issues raised by teaching/administration staff

· Ensure areas are covered if short staffed and cover when necessary

· Responsible for Health and Safety of Cleaners

· To carry out cleaning in specific areas of the school

· Frequency of cleaning to be undertaken as directed by Procedure 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, wets pick-ups and in health and safety and the use of cleaning chemicals.

· To notify the Site Manager or other Senior member of staff, of any damage to buildings and equipment or of anything you see that may be dangerous to pupils and/or staff.

· 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.

The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade.

General

· To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager.

· To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace

· Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy

· The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment

· The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Other Activities

· To carry out any other duties reasonably requested by the Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher.

· The duties may be varied to meet changed circumstances in a manner compatible with the post held, at the reasonable direction of the Headteacher.

· This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. It describes the way in which the cleaning supervisor is expected and required to perform and complete the particular duties as set out above.

Signature __________________________________ Date_____________________

Headteacher __________________________________ Date_____________________

Person Specification - Cleaning Supervisor

Qualifications, Training and Experience

Experience of cleaning and first line maintenance
Basic knowledge of First Aid
Ability to read and write
Ability to count and undertake basic calculations
Ability to use cleaning products
Ability to operate security, heating plant and other routine building systems
Ability to undertake routine DIY tasks

Communication

Ability to complete basic forms
Ability to exchange routine verbal information clearly
Seek support to overcome communication barriers with children and adults
Ability to negotiate effectively to achieve best outcomes
Ability to manage difficult or controversial exchanges

Working With Children

Understand the school's behaviour management policy
Understand and support the differences in children and adults and respond appropriately
Basic understanding of the learning experience provided by the school
Basic understanding of the way in which children develop
Understand and support the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing

Working with Others

Responsibilities

Good organisational skills
Ability to manage own time effectively
Demonstrate ability to resolve routine problems independently

General

Awareness of and commitment to equality
Basic understanding of Health & Safety
Understand and implement child protection procedures
Understand procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality
Be prepared to develop and learn in the role

Desirable Criteria:

Willingness to participate fully in the life of the school

Information about the School

Brightside Primary school lives and breathes our 6 values; Teamwork, Determination, Enthusiasm, Individuality, Respect and Honesty. If you believe you can live these values and be a part of our team we cant wait to hear from you

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.