At a Glance
- Tasks: Help keep Dumfries High School clean and welcoming for everyone.
- Company: Join our award-winning cleaning team at Dumfries and Galloway Council.
- Benefits: Enjoy term-time hours, training, career progression, and wellbeing discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just bring motivation and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 9018 - 9329 £ per year.
Join our award-winning school cleaning team at Dumfries High School. We’re looking for a Cleaner to join our friendly, supportive team. This role is ideal if you are looking for term-time, family-friendly hours in a job where your work is valued and appreciated.
About the role:
- You’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
- No previous experience is required - full training will be provided.
- Your duties will include:
- Cleaning classrooms, corridors, washrooms, and shared areas
- Maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety
- Supporting service improvements through our “Find it Clean, Keep it Clean” ethos
- Working independently with support from the wider team
Working hours: 14.5/15 hours per week Monday to Friday, 39.8 weeks per year.
What we offer:
- Term-time working with school holidays (you will be expected to attend pre-arranged deep clean dates throughout the year)
- Full training and a Personal Training Plan
- Uniform provided
- Career progression opportunities
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland)
- Access to Viv-up, our wellbeing discounts platform with over 800 offers
- Cycle-to-work scheme, financial wellbeing support, and wellbeing champions
What we’re looking for:
- A reliable, motivated individual with good attention to detail
- Someone approachable, professional, and customer focused
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills are essential
Important information:
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.
Our commitment to equality: Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.
Contact Details:
Dumfries and Galloway Council Recruitment Team
