Job Description

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CLEANER REQUIRED!

St Giles' is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our wonderful small school team! Visits to our school are warmly welcomed.

Pleae see full details contained within our Job Description and Job Overview.

Interview date is set for the 11th or 12th February 2026.

We are looking for an evening/early morning cleaner to join our team to work 20 hours per week either before or after school or split shift, five days per week 49 paid weeks per year, to help contribute to a safe, clean and pleasant environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Job description

Duties

· Clean corridors, toilets, staff rooms, and other designated areas.

· Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors.

· Empty bins and dispose of waste according to school policies.

· Refill soap dispensers, toilet paper, and other hygiene products as needed.

· Clean internal glass and noticeboards.

· Ensure all equipment is used and stored safely.

· Report any maintenance or health and safety issues to the Caretaker or appropriate staff.

· Adhere to school safeguarding, health and safety, and hygiene policies at all times.

· The postholder is expected to have a responsible attitude and good self-presentation.

Person Specification:

Essential:

· Previous cleaning experience (preferred but not essential).

· Postholder to be medically fit to use cleaning supplies & equipment such as buffing machines & cleaning chemicals.

· Ability to carry out a range of manual cleaning duties.

· Ability to understand written/oral instructions and requests

· Awareness of health and safety and hygiene procedures.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy Desirable:

· Experience working in a school or educational environment.

· Knowledge of COSHH regulations.

These duties may be varied to meet the changing demands of the School at the reasonable discretion of the Headteacher.

As a member of staff who may work in proximity to children and young people, you will be required to undergo rigorous pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.  Our School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, you will need to undertake regular training and fully understand your responsibilities for safeguarding our students.

St Giles' is part of the Chorus Schools Federation, formally known as the Federation of SGASA (St Giles' and St Andrew's).

We are now a strong school team made up of St Giles' St Andrew's and Wethersfield Primary Schools as of the 1st January 2023. We pride ourselves on our collaborative efforts, whilst ensuring our schools keep their individual identities, own characters and charm. An exciting future is on the way and we look forward to growing and evolving. We are not an academy.

St Giles' C of E Primary School is a unique and inspirational school where our children, parents and staff are at the heart of all we do. Our 2023 Ofsted was GOOD overall with personal Development judged as OUTSTANDING. Wethersfield were also delighted with their GOOD Ofsted judgement in Jan/Feb 2024.

We are a professional community that works together in a co-operative and collaborative way. Our team of professionals work together to develop new solutions that enhance our approach to teaching and learning.

Ofsted particularly remarked upon the excellent training and CPD opportunities for staff. We nurture the development of knowledge, creativity, skills and understanding to help our children develop into happy, healthy, caring and successful citizens. We do this in a safe and positive learning environment where individuals are valued and able to achieve their full potential.

Information about the School

The Chorus Schools Federation (formally known as The Federation of St. Giles' and St. Andrew's Schools), were delighted to welcome Wethersfield Primary School as part of our growing federation.

St Giles' C of E Primary School is a unique and inspirational school where our children, parents and staff are at the heart of all we do. Our recent Ofsted was good overall with personal Development judged as Outstanding.

We are a professional community that works together in a co-operative and collaborative way. Our team of professionals work together to develop new solutions that enhance our approach to teaching and learning.

Ofsted particularly remarked upon the excellent training and CPD opportunities for staff. We nurture the development of knowledge, creativity, skills and understanding to help our children develop into happy, healthy, caring and successful citizens. We do this in a safe and positive learning environment where individuals are valued and able to achieve their full potential.