Cleaner in Charge, Back School (0541) - CNS06367

Cleaner in Charge, Back School (0541) - CNS06367

Full-Time 13543 - 13543 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Supervise cleaning staff and ensure the school is kept clean and hygienic.
  • Company: Join a supportive school environment focused on cleanliness and teamwork.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time hours, and a chance to lead a team.
  • Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and direct interaction with the team.
  • Why this job: Make a difference in your community by maintaining a clean learning space.
  • Qualifications: Experience in cleaning and team management is essential.

The predicted salary is between 13543 - 13543 £ per year.

19 hours per week, Term Time, Permanent

£13,415 - £13,543 per annum, inclusive of £1,330 Distant Islands Allowance per annum.

The post holder will be responsible for the supervision of the cleaning staff and carrying out cleaning duties at the school. Duties as a supervisor will include:

  • Monitoring cleaning areas prior to, during and after daily cleaning to ensure standards of cleanliness are in keeping with Contract requirements.
  • Arranging training for new or temporary employees.
  • Monitoring timekeeping of cleaners.

Duties as a cleaner will include:

  • Undertaking, as part of a team, the cleaning of designated areas within the school to ensure they are kept in a clean and hygienic condition.

You should have an understanding of cleaning in a commercial/industrial environment. The ability to manage a small team of cleaners to achieve the set standards is essential along with the ability to undertake regular monitoring of team members' performance. You must have previous experience of stock take control i.e. ordering, receiving and issuing of stock.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme as a legal requirement of a regulated role with Children.

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade.

It is vital you read the job description and person specification. In your Experience statement please detail how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Closing Date: Monday 27 July 2026

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Contact Details:

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Cleaner in Charge, Back School (0541) - CNS06367

Supervisory Skills
Team Management
Cleaning Standards Monitoring
Training and Development
Timekeeping Management
Stock Control
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