Cleaner x2

We are seeking to appoint two flexible, reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking people to join our team as Cleaner to maintain a high standard of cleanliness across all areas of the school.

Duties will include:

• Cleaning, washing, sweeping, mopping, dusting, polishing and vacuum cleaning of designated areas to the required standard.
• Emptying of litter bins, etc., and removing waste to designated areas
• Cleaning of kitchens, toilets, bathrooms.
• Spray cleaning, scrubbing floors and re-sealing with polish.
• Cleaning of working surfaces and other furniture as directed.
• Take precautions to warn & protect others from slips, trips and falls during cleaning

The ideal candidate will:

• Be aware of current cleaning and hygiene procedures and the use of appropriate cleaning materials and materials for the surface being cleaned
• Ensure adequate supplies of cleaning materials & sundries are maintained, and store and use in a manner that avoids unnecessary waste and damage
• Be aware of and observe H&S regulations such as COSHH when working and handling cleaning chemicals and ensure that all materials are kept away from service users and stored securely when not in use
• Be able to follow good practice & procedures to avoid cross contamination of surfaces and environments.

Hours of work:

You will work 10 hours per week [2 hours per day PM – flexible between the hours of 3:30pm-6pm]. Your working weeks will be 39 weeks per year, plus an additional 64 hours to work during the school holidays to carry out deep cleans.

What we can offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, the following benefits are offered: 

• Cycle scheme. 
• 24/7 employee assistance programme - a confidential support programme designed to help you deal with personal and professional problems. 
• Headspace membership - Headspace is a global leader in mindfulness and meditation through its app and online content. 
• Occupational sick pay. 
• A range of discounts from hundreds of retailers, accessible from mobile phones or using reloadable discount cards – the average user saves £565 per year. 
• Salary Finance - Our charity partner offers Salary Finance loans as a financial wellbeing benefit for our staff.
• Eyecare vouchers – employees who need glasses to use computer screens. 
• Pension. 

For more information about this job please email Lisa our HR Coordinator lisa.beach@thamesvalley.reading.sch.uk  

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism or Asperger syndrome.

The LAT Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer.