Cleaner (Buxted CE Primary School)

Job introduction

Hours of work: 10 per week
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date:  Midday 17 January 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Buxted CE Primary School, Hurstwood Road, Buxted, East Sussex, TN224BB
Phone: 01825 762381
Email: office@buxtedce.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: https://www.buxtedce.e-sussex.sch.uk/
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. 

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision.  Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. 

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted. 

About the role

Buxted Church of England Primary School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and reliable Cleaner and possible Key Holder to support our fantastic caretaker and cleaner team. We're a committed, friendly staff team and offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding to work in.

There is the opportunity for flexible working hours during term time and can be accommodated.

before or after school.

The role includes:

• Cleaning of designated areas of the school - dusting, mopping, vacuuming;
• Emptying and disposing of bin waste;
• Cleaning toilets and washroom surfaces;
• Monitoring and restocking supplies;
• Performing additional cleaning duties as and when required such as a site deep clean;
• Being responsible for the locking the school building and setting the alarms (depending upon working hours).

Our ideal Cleaner will:

• Be committed to ensuring a high standard of cleanliness.
• Be proactive with good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Have cleaning experience - although this is not essential.
• Understand or be keen to learn about health and safety requirements.
• Enjoy working in a team.
• Be happy to be the last person in the building.

Visits very welcome. Please contact the school office for more information or an application form.

Salary will be pro rata.

Closing date: Midday Friday 17^th January 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 22^nd January 2025

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

 
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.