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SalaryHarmeny Education Trust is a sector leading children’s charity, providing therapeutic care and education for children with complex additional support needs. We work on a day school and all-year-round residential basis, supporting children and young people aged 5 to 18 years. The school is situated in a beautiful 35-acre estate, which includes residential and education accommodation, mature woodland, community garden, orchard, wildlife habitats and children’s play areas.
We are seeking a Cleaning Operative to join our Catering and Domestic team on a part-time employed basis (0.71 FTE). The postholder will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the organisation, including administrative/office buildings and residential cottages.
The successful applicant will be part of a small team working in a busy environment. A commitment to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene and the ability to work in an organised manner are therefore key requirements for the role. A strong customer focus and proven ability to communicate well and build productive relationships with people at all levels are essential.
The successful candidate will work 25 hours per week, 7am – 12.30pm, Monday to Friday, and will be expected to work to agreed cleaning schedules.
The salary for the post is £16,194 per annum (£12.46 per hour). This is calculated based on a full-time equivalent salary of £22,672.
For more information about the role, please contact Lesley McDonald, Catering and Domestic Services Manager, on 0131 4493939, or email recruitment@harmeny.org.uk.
Key Responsibilities
Principal Responsibilities:
- Promote a positive ethos in the school consistent with Harmeny’s vision, purpose and core values.
- Support the Senior Cleaning Operative with the implementation of management decisions, consistent with the Harmeny and cottage plans, policies and procedures.
- Specific tasks will include: dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishing, emptying bins, cleaning toilets, sinks, showers, baths, cleaning windows, keeping entrance areas clean and tidy, making beds, loading and unloading dishwashers, removing soiled bedding or clothing to the laundry and cleaning if required.
- Assist the Homemakers to ensure that each residential cottage maintains a homely environment for clients.
- Ensure that all cleaning is completed in a manner consistent with good Health and Safety practice.
- Work in accordance with the planned programme / cleaning schedule.
- Maintain the stock of cleaning materials within a locked cupboard.
- Report all repairs or replacements needed to the line manager.
- Attend regular staff and children’s meetings as required and in order to ascertain feedback from service users. Cleaning operatives should expect to interact with children and care staff.
- Attend supervision, training and other meetings as required.
- Undertake any other duties as delegated by the management team which are consistent with the role of Cleaning Operative.
Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential:
- Experience in undertaking a range of cleaning duties.
- Ability to work effectively and supportively as part of the domestic team.
- Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner.
- Ability to act on own initiative if unexpected problems arise.
- Knowledge of COSHH guidelines.
Benefits
- 35 days holiday (pro rata), inclusive of public holidays
- Enhanced sick pay of up to 13 weeks (pro-rata) (after probation)Pension scheme
- Life assurance scheme (three times salary)
- Enhanced pay for maternity, adoption and paternity leave
- Policies and practices that promote health and wellbeing, including massage therapy and access to a wellbeing space
- We are highly committed to the professional development of all our staff and the post-holders will have access to comprehensive training and development opportunities
About Harmeny Education Trust
Harmeny Education Trust is a charity that provides care and education to remarkable children from all over Scotland who’ve had a challenging start in life. Our therapeutic services enable children to discover the wonders of childhood, and develop the skills and resilience to lead happy and fulfilling lives.
