The Weston Road Academy requires a reliable cleaner to join our friendly team, to provide an efficient and effective flexible service to our school. Cleaning experience and a knowledge would be desirable however training will be provided.

The successful candidate will be a good communicator and able to organise their workload, along with the ability to use their initiative, be proactive, and conscientious in addition to being a team player.  The post-holder will assist the team ensuring the school is clean and hygienic for all.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  References of short listed candidates will be sought prior to interview.  Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

The post will be required to work for 15 hours per week between the hours of 3.15 pm to 6.15 pm Monday - Thursday and 3.15 pm to 6.15 pm on Friday.  The position is term time but you will also be required to work some agreed hours during the school holidays.

We offer a friendly and supportive working environment.  The ideal candidate will be able to             demonstrate the following characteristics:

· Previous experience working as a cleaner is desirable

· Ability to organise and prioritise your own workload whilst working alone or as part of a team.

· High personal standards.

· Ability to communicate effectively using various methods.

· Knowledge of health and safety procedures and precautions.

· Awareness of health and hygiene procedures. 

Salary and hours

Hours: 15 hours per week

Salary: £9.25 per hour

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 12th October

Application forms can be found on the academy website www.westonroad.staffs.sch.uk/TheAcademy/Vacancies .  Completed application forms should be returned to ljames@westonroad.staffs.sch.uk

“We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and we expect all our employees to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.”