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Whole Time - Part Time 12.5 hours per week (6am – 8.30am Mon – Fri)
Required to start as soon as possible.
 
The Governors wish to appoint a reliable and hardworking cleaner to work as part of an existing cleaning team.  They will be committed to maintaining a high standard of cleanliness.
 
General Duties
 
Cleaning
To clean a designated area of the school as allocated by the Caretaker/Health & Safety Manager/Head Teacher.  This area may be changed, depending on the needs of the school.
Cleaning, washing, sweeping and vacuuming in a variety of areas.
Cleaning of public toilets, corridors etc. including children’s and staff toilets.
Emptying of litter bins.
Polishing and dusting of fixtures and fittings.
Where appropriate use powered equipment.
To keep appropriate light equipment, machinery and cleaning cupboards in a clean and hygienic condition. 

Health & Safety

To follow Health & Safety codes, Health & Safety Hygiene code / practices in relation to cleaning e.g., C.O.S.H.H., siting of wet floor signs, wearing protective clothing, using approved materials etc.

Inform the Caretaker / Health & Safety Manager of damage or defect to the premises / furnishings / machinery, removing or securing items to a safe place / standard until repair or disposal to ensure safe conditions at all times.

Reporting all accidents to the Head Teacher.

The cleaning and caretaking staff are expected to provide mutual assistance in the moving of furniture and equipment so as to enable each to carry out their respective duties. 

Any other duties as the Head Teacher may reasonably request from time to time.
 
Villa Real is a school for children with severe, profound multiple leaning difficulties, autism and challenging behaviour.
 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
 
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.
 
Closing date for applications is 9am Monday 22nd June 2026
Interview date: Thursday 25th June am.
 
Villa Real School
Villa Real Road
Consett
DH8 6BH
 
Tel: 01207 503651
Email: villareal@durhamlearning.net
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £24,796 (pro rata to part-time working hours)

Location: Consett, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant