Cleaner (part time)

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a reliable and diligent Cleaner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the school, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Please note that this role is 20 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of classrooms, specialist teaching rooms, staff rooms, offices, and all internal circulation spaces according to work schedules and set standards.
• Maintain all bathroom, toilet, and shower areas in a hygienic condition.
• Participate in deep cleaning of the school, especially for special events.
• Use a range of cleaning equipment and materials, including vacuum cleaners, floor polishers, and appropriate cleaning agents.
• Collect waste from bins, including recycling bins.
• Adhere to good health and hygiene practices.
• Safely store all cleaning materials at the end of each shift.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required.

Health & Safety

• Follow all school health and safety procedures and policies.
• Ensure appropriate signage is in place when cleaning is in progress.
• Make safe any hazards where possible and cordon off areas as needed.
• Maintain clear passageways, especially on fire escape routes, during cleaning operations.
• Ensure all equipment and materials are stored securely to prevent accidents or misuse.
• Keep cleaning cupboards tidy and equipment in safe condition at all times.

About You

• Awareness of health and safety, safe use of cleaning materials, and environmental health issues is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.

Why work for us?

• Supportive and friendly school community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous life cover

Who are we?

Opened in 2018, Arc Oakbridge School is an independent special day school in the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham with a specially designed learning environment created to meet the needs of autistic children. We provide a calm, low arousal, safe, positive and nurturing place where young people can learn and grow.

Arc Oakbridge School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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