Clare House School Porthcawl is seeking to appoint a reliable and conscientious Facilities Assistant to join our founding team. This is an opportunity to contribute to the daily environment in which pupils learn, grow and thrive, helping create a school that feels safe, welcoming and well cared for within an environment where every child is celebrated, known and encouraged to thrive.
Please read the recruitment pack in the Supporting Documents tab before applying.
Role overview
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness across classrooms, shared spaces and wider school facilities
- Support the creation of a safe, organised and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and families
- Carry out cleaning duties including vacuuming, mopping, waste management and replenishing consumables
- Support the safe use and storage of cleaning materials and equipment
- Report maintenance concerns, hazards or equipment issues promptly
- Work flexibly across different areas of the school as required
- Contribute positively to the wider life and daily operation of the school community
Requirements
- Experience working within a cleaning or facilities role
- Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment
- Understanding of health and safety requirements, including COSHH awareness
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A reliable, organised and methodical approach to work
- Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and commitment to pupil wellbeing
Why join us?
You will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of a new and ambitious school community where relationships, care and wellbeing are central to everyday practice. As part of our founding team, you will play an important role in creating an environment where pupils and staff feel safe, supported and ready to learn, helping build a school designed to endure for future generations.
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Safeguarding Statement:
Clare House School Porthcawl is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.