Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 13.75 Weeks per Year: 52.000 Pay Grade: G1, SCP 1The Role
Ref: SCH-PAT-0170
Required for September 2022
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi Academy Trust comprising of eight schools, six primaries and two 11 - 16 secondary schools. The Trust is a medium sized family of schools all located within a tight geographic hub within Pontefract. Pupils are drawn from the local community that includes a mix of different catchment areas.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Cleaning Assistant at Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant and Nursery School. This candidate will be responsible for providing a clean and hygienic school environment, undertaking basic record keeping as directed, and maintaining orderly and secure storage of supplies.
This is a 13.75 hours per week, all year round, permanent contract.
The school can offer:
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:
To apply for this role and view a job specification please visit the Trust’s website: www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies
For more information on the role, or to discuss a visit (depending on current covid restrictions), please contact the school at 01977 703270 or via email at admin@halfpenny.patrust.org.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned via the online Face-Ed applicant system no later than 10:00am on Friday 15th July 2022.
We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide criminal conviction information.
Qualifications
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GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent | Grade C/ 4 or Equivalent |
Desirable
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Skills
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Willingness to undertake training relevant to the role |
Essential
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Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy qualifications or English and Maths Grade C/4 or equivalent qualification |
Desirable
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Support Work in Schools (SWiS) Level 2 qualification |
Desirable
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Cleaning and Support Services N/SVQ Level 1 or equivalent experience, or equivalent qualification, or willingness to train to achieve these |
Desirable
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Personal Qualities | |
Willingness to work flexible to attend evening meetings as required |
Essential
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Resilience and high personal standards |
Essential
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Exceptional levels of integrity and confidentiality |
Essential
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Flexibility with a willingness to support and contribute to school/Trust events, as required |
Essential
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High expectations for self and others, and a strong commitment to raising achievements |
Essential
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Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
Ability to operate commercial equipment, for example, floor scrubbers |
Desirable
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Ability to relate well to children and adults |
Essential
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Ability to prioritise and use own initiative individually and as part of a team |
Essential
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Attention to detail |
Essential
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General cleaning work in a non-domestic environment |
Essential
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Willingness to participate in development and training opportunities |
Essential
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Willingness to observe the Code of Safe Working Practice for Caretaking and Premises (staff) |
Essential
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Willingness to gain awareness of health and hygiene procedures |
Essential
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Willingness to gain awareness of COSHH regulations |
Essential
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Willingness to gain knowledge of health and safety procedures and precautions |
Essential
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Willingness to gain knowledge of cleaning procedures required to meet specified cleaning standards |
Essential
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Safeguarding Information
Pontefract Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
Pontefract Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School
Halfpenny Lane
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 4BW
Mrs N Metcalfe
recruitment@halfpenny.org.uk