Job Title: School Cleaner
Location: Kings Norton
Salary: £12.09 per hour
Hours: 25 hours per week
Shifts:
Monday to Friday: 6:45 am - 11:45 amStart Date: Immediate
About the Role:
SMART Education is recruiting for a School Cleaner on behalf of a highly regarded special school in Kings Norton. This role is essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. The school prides itself on creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere, and you will play a key part in ensuring that the premises reflect this ethos.
Key Responsibilities:
As a School Cleaner, your duties will include but are not limited to:
Cleaning classrooms, offices, corridors, and communal areas to a high standard.
Ensuring all surfaces are dust-free and sanitised, including desks, chairs, and worktops.
Vacuuming, mopping, and sweeping floors throughout the building.
Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately.
Cleaning restrooms, including sinks, toilets, mirrors, and replenishing supplies.
Sanitising touchpoints such as door handles, railings, and light switches regularly.
Maintaining stock of cleaning supplies and notifying the team leader when replenishments are required.
Reporting any maintenance or safety issues to the school management promptly.
Essential Requirements:
Previous experience cleaning schools or similar settings (e.g., offices, hospitals, or care homes).
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or the willingness to apply).
Ability to provide two years of employer references.
Key Attributes:
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards.
Reliability and excellent time management skills to adhere to schedules.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Understanding of health and safety regulations, particularly in educational settings.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding:
At SMART Education, safeguarding is a priority. We will conduct thorough checks on all shortlisted candidates, including online searches and obtaining detailed references. During the interview, we will assess your:
Understanding of safeguarding and its importance in an educational environment.
Ability to maintain a safe and clean space for students and staff.
About SMART Education:
SMART Education specialises in recruiting for teaching, support, and operational roles across Birmingham and the West Midlands. We are proud to support schools and educational institutions in finding top-quality staff to maintain excellence in their environments.
Ready to Join the Team?
If you meet the criteria and are passionate about contributing to a clean and safe learning environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Only applicants with relevant cleaning experience and an Enhanced DBS will be considered
