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Job description

Undertake, as part of a team, the cleaning of any area within the premises, designated by the line manager.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, suction clean, mop, dry buff, spray clean, spray wax, machine scrub and dry, strip and re-polish floors using appropriate equipment.
• Clean and remove stains of soft floor surfaces (carpets/matting) using the appropriate cleaning method.
• Clean toilet and shower area including the fixtures and fittings.
• Clean, wash and dust ledges, walls, fixtures, fittings and internal surfaces up to 3.35M. Polishing furniture where appropriate.
• Empty and clean internal litter bins and remove litter to the designated collection points.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Have a minimum of three months’ demonstrable working experience in a cleaning role.
• To meet the statutory obligations under Health and Safety legislation the successful applicant may be required to undertake training as necessary & provided by the EA cleaning service.
• Evidence of knowledge of: The requirements of a School Cleaner. Cleaning methods / machinery. Health and Safety requirements relevant to the role, including COSHH.
• Ability to use own initiative and to work under pressure to meet specific deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate and take instruction in the English language.
• Effective organisation and planning skills.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Flexible approach to work, and willing to carry out instruction.
• Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect EA’s ethos and values.

Desirable Skills

• One year’s experience of cleaning outside home environment.
• Demonstrable experience of using a range of commercial cleaning tools (e.g. buffing machinery).

Further Information

A full list of responsibilities, essential and desirable skills can be found on the Education Authority website by following the Apply Direct button. The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.