PERSON SPECIFICATION
| NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS |
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| SECTION 1 – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA |
The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
| Factor | Essential Criteria | Method of Assessment |
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Experience |
Have of a minimum of three months’ demonstrable working experience in a cleaning role |
Shortlisting by Application Form |
| Other |
To meet the statutory obligations under Health and Safety legislation the successful applicant will be required to undertake mandatory training provided by the EA cleaning service prior to commencing employment further details will be issued to the successful candidates. |
Shortlisting by Application Form |
| SECTION 2 – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA |
The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.
| Factor | Essential Criteria | Method of Assessment |
| Knowledge |
Evidence of knowledge of:
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Interview |
| Skills / Abilities |
Evidence of the following: Effective communication skills Effective team working skills Good organisational skills and an ability to work on own initiative to complete tasks on time and to the required standard |
Interview |
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Values Orientation |
Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the school’s values/ethos. You will find information about the school’s values/ethos on our school website |
Interview |
| SECTION 3 – DESIRABLE CRITERIA |
Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
| Factor | Desirable Criteria | Method of Assessment |
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Experience |
Have a minimum of one year’s working experience in a cleaning role Demonstrable experience of using a range of commercial cleaning tools (e.g. buffing machinery) |
Shortlisting by Application Form |
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’.
In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.
Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.
APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES
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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Cleaner
REPORTS TO: Designated Line Manager
JOB PURPOSE
Undertake, as part of a team, the cleaning of any area within the premises, designated by the line manager.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sweep, suction clean, mop, dry buff, spray clean, spray wax, machine scrub and dry, strip and re-polish floors using appropriate equipment.
- Clean and remove stains of soft floor surfaces (carpets/matting) using the appropriate cleaning method.
- Clean toilet and shower area including the fixtures and fittings.
- Clean, wash and dust ledges, walls, fixtures, fittings and internal surfaces up to 3.35M.
- Polish furniture where appropriate.
- Empty and clean internal litter bins and remove litter to the designated collection points.
General Conditions
- Carry out all duties to comply with:
a) The Health and Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978;
b) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements;
c) The COSHH Regulations;
d) Codes of Practice.
- Carry out all duties in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job.
- Cover colleagues on sick leave in line with Education Authority procedure.
- Absence must be reported in line with Education Authority’s Procedure and the relevant forms must be completed and signed by the Building Supervisor.
- When carrying out cleaning duties protective clothing or work wear issued must be worn.
- Flat-soled enclosed-toe footwear should be worn when carrying out cleaning duties.
- Any cleaning equipment issued must be used and cared for in an appropriate and safe manner, with any defects being reported immediately.
- Complete all necessary paperwork.
- Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee.
Training
- Employees will accept any training for jobs graded at a higher level than their own. Payment will only be made where there is a requirement by the Authority for the higher-level duties to be carried out.
- Employees must accept any training to facilitate the undertaking of duties up to and including their own grade. The training to include:
- Induction Training
- Refresher Training
This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.
In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.
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