Jobs, fresher vacancy - School Housekeeper • Suffolk

Company: ORC External

Suffolk

Description Centre Academy East Anglia - Brettenham, Suffolk IP7 7QR £15 per hour 35 hours per week Permanent Reference: 6636 Required as soon as possible About us Centre Academy East Anglia is a small SEN School and is a vibrant and inclusive educational institution dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for our students. We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Housekeeper to join our team and help maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of our school facilities. Applicants are required to attend a face-to-face interview, reference checks, and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance is required for this position prior to commencement. Your responsibilities Clean and sanitize classrooms, restrooms, offices, and common areas. Perform routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming. Ensure all cleaning supplies are stocked and report any shortages. Dispose of trash and recycling materials appropriately. Assist with setting up and cleaning after school events and activities. Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe environment for students and staff. Support Kitchen as required. Requirements Previous experience in housekeeping or janitorial work preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Good communication skills. Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks and lift/move equipment as needed. You will need: to be able respond quickly and effectively to issues that arise the ability to use own initiative and act accordingly effective communication with adults and children the ability to follow instructions from senior team members the ability to have a firm but fair approach to handling behaviour issues in line with the schools’ policies the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues the commitment to supporting and understanding pupil needs the commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion to uphold and promote the ethos and values of the school to always maintain confidentiality. We will offer you: CAEA is a small and rural location convenient to Bury St Edmunds, Stowmarket, Woolpit and Lavenham A quiet environment Students who want to be at school The freedom to devise a curriculum that will provide the most benefit for the students. Benefits: Competitive salary Health and wellness benefits Paid time off and holidays Opportunities for professional development and training To find out more: For an informal discussion only, please contact the Head of School, L Gilbert on 01449 736404 How to apply: For an application form and a full Job Description/Job Specification, please email: admin@centreacademy.uk Closing date: 18 December 2024. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. CAEA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.