eTeach UK Limited • Yeovil, Somerset BA21 3JD
About this role
Location
Preston School, Yeovil, BA21 3
JD Accountable to
Site Manager Contract Type
Permanent. 15 hours per week. Term time + 5 weeks
Salary
Grade 1 (Points 3-4) £24,796 - £25,185. Actual salary £9,755 - £9,908About the RoleAre you proud of maintaining high standards? Do you want to play a key part in keeping our school community safe, clean, and welcoming?Preston School is seeking a dedicated and reliable Cleaner to join our site team. Working under the general supervision of our Site Manager, you will ensure that our classrooms, offices, and communal spaces are maintained to an exceptional standard of cleanliness and hygiene. Your work will directly contribute to a safe, pleasant, and thriving learning environment for our students, staff, and visitors.Key Responsibilities
Daily Cleaning Operations
Vacuuming, mopping, dusting, polishing, and internal window cleaning across designated areas (classrooms, toilets, corridors, and halls).
Hygiene & Safety
Sanitizing high-touch surfaces daily (desks, door handles, light switches) and replenishing essential consumables like soap and paper towels.
Waste Management
Emptying waste bins and disposing of rubbish safely at external collection points.
Health & Safety Compliance
Operating cleaning equipment safely, utilizing "Wet Floor" signage, and handling/storing chemicals strictly in line with COSHH regulations.
Maintenance Support
Identifying and reporting any site damages or hazards immediately to the Site Manager.
Deep Cleaning
Participating in periodic deep cleaning programmes, such as carpet shampooing and floor buffing, typically during school holiday periods.
Stock & Equipment Care
Keeping cleaning equipment in good working order and monitoring stock levels to notify supervisors when reorders are needed. What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will
Show a commitment to implementing the vision and values of Preston School. Be punctual, professional, and maintain high standards of conduct and dress. Possess a strong working knowledge—or willingness to learn—of health and safety practices and school cleaning standards. Be comfortable using basic technology for digital reporting or training systems. Demonstrate a commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of our students.