Shift Porter / Cleaner
Tiverton, Devon

About Us

Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 3 - 18 years. Based on 90 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive. Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students.

We are now looking for a Shift Porter / Cleaner to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis, working 40 hours per week.

During term time, you will work on a shift rota that includes a combination of shifts from the following:

- Early shifts (c6am - 3pm)
- Middle shifts (c11am - 8pm)
- Late shifts (c1pm - 10pm)
- Half days (Wednesday and Saturday, c7.30am - 11.30am)

The rota includes a half day every other Saturday during term time.

The Benefits

- Salary of £24,856 per annum
- 4 weeks’ paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays and additional “customary” days
- Company pension scheme
- Meals when kitchen is in operation
- Relevant internal and external training provided
- Use of excellent on-site sports facilities including gym, swimming pool, tennis courts and fitness suite at staff opening times
- Free staff parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme

This is a terrific opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced cleaner to step into a new role at our dedicated school.

You’ll have the chance to play a vital role in maintaining a safe, efficient and welcoming environment for both students and staff whilst spending each day in the picturesque surroundings of the beautiful Devon countryside.

So, if you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference, develop your skills and be part of a supportive community, apply now!

The Role

As a Shift Porter / Cleaner, you will support the day-to-day running of our school through a range of individual and team activities, supporting students and staff and cleaning the premises.

Reporting to the Head Porter, you will:

- Provide staff and visitors with a respectful, consistent and high-quality service
- Clean and sanitise classrooms, offices, workshops, labs, meeting rooms, showers, toilets and accommodation areas
- Help to set up and dismantle areas for concerts, lectures, meetings and events
- Move furniture and equipment
- Deliver items to areas around the school

About You

To be considered as a Shift Porter / Cleaner, you will need:

- Experience of cleaning
- Good communication and customer service skills

The closing date for this role is 24th May 2024.

Other organisations may call this role Porter, Cleaner, School Cleaner, Caretaker, School Porter, General Assistant, Housekeeping Porter, or Cleaning Assistant.

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