OR111081 – Cleaner EK

Job Details

Location: Glan Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF44 8BW
Employer: Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council
Employment Type: Temporary (28 weeks)
Hours: 10 hours per week
Working Pattern: Term time only
Shift: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Start Date: 01 September 2026
Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour (PAYE)

Job Purpose

To provide a high standard of cleaning services across school premises, ensuring all internal areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and hygienic condition for pupils, staff, and visitors. The post holder will be responsible for cleaning allocated areas of the school, following agreed cleaning schedules and health and safety procedures.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Clean designated internal areas of the school, including classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, staff rooms, halls, sports areas, changing rooms, and communal areas.
  • Carry out daily cleaning tasks in allocated areas to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
  • Sanitise toilet facilities, including toilets, sinks, flooring, soap dispensers, hand dryers, cubicles, and pipework.
  • Perform general cleaning duties including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, wiping surfaces, cleaning skirting boards, window cills, shelves, desks, and other hard furnishings.
  • Clean and sanitise sports areas and changing rooms, including shower areas and cubicles.
  • Clean staff room facilities, including sinks, work surfaces, floors, and furnishings.
  • Empty waste bins throughout the building and dispose of waste appropriately.
  • Use cleaning equipment safely, including scrubber dryer machines where provided.
  • Follow COSHH, infection control, and health and safety procedures at all times.
  • Report any cleaning issues, damaged equipment, or maintenance concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
  • Attend relevant training and development sessions as required.

Skills and Experience

  • Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided.
  • Ability to work independently and manage allocated cleaning areas effectively.
  • Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining hygiene standards.
  • Ability to follow cleaning schedules, instructions, and health and safety procedures.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a school cleaning team.

Qualifications and Training

  • Cleaning and hygiene training (provided as required).
  • COSHH awareness training (desirable).
  • Health and safety awareness.
  • Infection prevention and control awareness.
  • Manual handling awareness.
  • DBS clearance required.

Systems and Equipment

  • Cleaning schedules and task checklists.
  • COSHH management procedures.
  • Health and safety reporting processes.
  • Facilities cleaning procedures.
  • Cleaning equipment including vacuum cleaners, mops, and scrubber dryer machines.

Key Information

  • DBS Check: Required
  • Working Environment: School premises / public sector environment
  • Training: All relevant training will be provided.

About the Organisation

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council provides a range of public services to local communities, including education support, environmental services, and facilities management. The Facilities Cleaning team plays an important role in maintaining safe, welcoming, and hygienic public buildings.