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Chargehand Cleaner - Newton Primary School (Temporary until 26 June 2025) - STR07663

Stirling Council

Stirling, Dunblane

On-site

GBP 13,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Charge-hand Cleaning Assistant at a local primary school. This role involves supervising a team of cleaning assistants and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety. You will play a vital role in maintaining a welcoming environment for students and staff, while also managing supplies and equipment. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment for professional growth. If you have a passion for cleanliness and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference in the community.

30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Biennial incremental progression

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Up to 6 months full sick pay

Carers Leave

Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave

Access to Health & Wellbeing support

Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Experience in supervising cleaning staff and managing cleaning supplies.
Willingness to undertake training for IT applications.

Supervise and support cleaning assistants at Newton Primary School.
Order cleaning products and manage key-holding responsibilities.

Supervisory Skills

Cleaning Skills

Basic IT Knowledge

Ability to Lift Heavy Items

No formal education required

Electric Buffing Machines

Scrubber Dryers

Vacuum Cleaners

Job Description

Closing Date: 10th March 2025
Contract Type: Temporary until 26/06/2025
Salary: £12,913
Hours: 22 hours

Charge-hand Cleaning Assistant Temporary - Newton Primary School

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Facilities Management, Stirling Council for a Charge-hand Cleaner at Newton Primary School.

The post will involve providing a supervisory and cleaning service on a 22 hours per week (39 week/term time) basis between the hours of 15.00 - 19.24 and paid at Stirling Council Grade 2. You will be responsible for the supervision and support of the cleaning assistants at Newton Primary School, ordering of cleaning products, and responsible for key-holding to allow cleaning provision.

In addition to being willing to support colleagues at the location, applicants should be capable of lifting heavy items and using cleaning machinery including electric buffing machines, scrubber dryers, and vacuum cleaners. Personal protective equipment, tools, and training will be provided.

Applicants will also require a basic working knowledge of IT and be willing to undertake training to utilize Stirling Council online training and human resources IT applications.

The successful candidate will be required to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified.

If you've got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.

Requirements

The Benefits

30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service)
Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements. Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don't always fit around a traditional working pattern; if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know, and we will do our utmost to help you invest in your career with us while balancing other aspects of your life.
Biennial incremental progression until the top of your payscale is reached
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For further details visit here.
Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service
Carers Leave
Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
Access to Health & Wellbeing support
Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development
Cycle to Work Scheme
Lift share Scheme
Car Lease Scheme
Technology Benefit Scheme