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JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible to: Cleaning Supervisor or other authorised person.

Job Purpose

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

1 Duties and Responsibilities

1.1 Sweep, suction clean, mop, dry buff, spray clean, spray wax, machine scrub and dry, strip and re-polish floors using appropriate equipment.

1.2 Clean and remove stains of soft floor surfaces (carpets/matting) using the appropriate cleaning method.

1.3 Clean toilet and shower area including the fixtures and fittings.

1.4 Clean, wash and dust ledges, walls, fixtures, fittings and internal surfaces up to 3.35M. Polishing furniture where appropriate.

1.5 Empty and clean internal litter bins and remove litter to the designated collection points.

2 General Conditions

2.1 All duties must be carried out to comply with:

(a) The Health and Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978;

(b) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements;

(c) The COSHH Regulations;

(d) Codes of Practice.

2.2 All duties will be carried out in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job.

2.3 Cover colleagues on sick leave in line with Education Authority’s procedure.

2.4 Absence must be reported in line with the Education Authority’s Procedure and the relevant forms must be completed and signed by the Building Supervisor.

2.5 When carrying out cleaning duties protective clothing or work wear issued must be worn.

2.6 Flat-soled enclosed-toe footwear should be worn when carrying out cleaning duties.

2.7 Any cleaning equipment issued must be used and cared for in an appropriate and safe manner, with any defects being reported immediately.

2.8 All necessary paperwork must be completed.

2.9 Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee.

3 Training

3.1 Employees will accept any training for jobs graded at a higher level than their own. Payment will only be made where there is a requirement by the authority for the higher-level duties to be carried out. 

3.2 Employees must accept any training to facilitate the undertaking of duties up to and including their own grade. The training to include:

Induction Training

Refresher Training

In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.

Posts involving work in educational institutions are subject to the provisions of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (NI) Order 2007. The successful applicant will require an enhanced disclosure check which at present costs £33. Further details regarding the payment of this check will be issued with the contract of employment.

To view the summary of terms and conditions for this post, click here.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Section 1 - Essential Criteria

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Section 2 - Essential Criteria

The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage in line with EA’s Game Changing People Model.

Section 3 - Desirable Criteria

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Our Values

Through the selection process we will also seek evidence that the personal values of candidates align with those of the EA. This will include evidence of commitment to equality and excellence in service delivery. These reflect our aim which is to meet the needs of all our children and young people equally, removing barriers to learning and ensuring equality of access to excellent education services so that every child can develop to his or her full potential.

DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND

 The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’. 

In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background.  Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.  Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.

Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.

APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES

To view the applicant guidance notes, please click here.

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The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer