The Blue Coat School - Cleaner(s) (Domestic Operatives)

West Midlands
The Blue Coat School
Full-time | Part-time

Summary

We are seeking a Cleaner/Cleaners (Domestic Operatives) to join our fantastic team here at BCS.

Detail

We are seeking a Cleaner/Cleaners (Domestic Operatives) to join our fantastic team here at BCS.

We are offering either 1 position who will undertake a morning and afternoon shift (30 hours per week) OR 2 positions with 1 candidate to undertake a morning shift and the 2nd candidate will do the afternoon shift (15 hours per week).

Shift Patterns:

Morning - 6.30am - 9.30am

Afternoon - 3.30pm - 6.30pm

To start September 2025

The successful candidates specific areas of responsibility will be:

● Carry out reactive cleaning works across the campus.

● Carry out scheduled/routine cleaning works across the campus as directed by the Domestic Supervisor.

● Carry out additional cleaning where necessary in conjunction with the setup of various school events.

● Report any maintenance issues to the Estates and Operations Manager.

● Continue to attend training courses to stay current and relevant within their role.

● Be punctual and adaptable, and dress in a smart but practical manner.

● Maintain the confidentiality of the School’s affairs and those of its parents and pupils.

● Work effectively as part of the team providing support where required.

General Duties and Responsibilities

● Exercise loyalty to the Headmaster and to the School, upholding and maintaining its traditions and ethos

● Support and assist the Headmaster and his Senior Leadership Team in providing a happy, secure, safe and stimulating environment in which the children can reach their full potential.

● Support the Headmaster in fostering parental involvement and in keeping parents informed of school policy, the curriculum and other matters of importance in conjunction with other senior colleagues.

● Comply with all regulatory requirements.

● Comply fully with the requirements as set out in the DfE document ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ and any relevant supplementary guidance.

● Comply fully with the requirements as set out in the HM Government document ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’ and any relevant supplementary guidance.

● Abide by the School’s current systems and structures as outlined in policy documents including the First Aid and Health, Health and Safety and Safeguarding and Child Protection Policies, and take appropriate action in accordance with all such documents as and when necessary.

● Establish and maintain effective working relationships with governors, colleagues, potential parents, current parents, agencies and children.

● Take responsibility for one’s own professional development, attending INSET courses and other relevant courses and conferences as required.

Application forms, together with a supporting letter addressed to Frankie Paterson (Estates & Operations Manager) should be returned to recruitment@thebluecoatschool.com by 9am on Friday 15th August 2025.

Please note we can only accept Blue Coat School Application forms.

Interview dates will be scheduled for shortlisted candidates w/c 18th August 2025. There will also be an opportunity to tour the school on the interview day.

Please note, we reserve the right to close posts at any time, once we have received sufficient applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. Applications can only be accepted using the School’s application form, which will be made available with each individual job advert.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are listed within the job descriptions.

All applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

At interview applicants must provide original documents to confirm their identity and right to work in the UK. They must also bring proof of qualifications where relevant for the post. The documentation required by applicants is listed in the Recruitment Policy which is available on the school website and from the School.

The Blue Coat School is an equal opportunities employer.