Cleaner

Job Description

Sense College Dereham is on the lookout for a dependable and professional individual to join our energetic team. The ideal candidate will excel in time management, work independently, and efficiently manage stock levels. This role offers flexibility with 2 hours of work per day, scheduled around the college’s operating hours as agreed with the manager. If you’re interested in discussing the role or arranging a visit, please reach out to the Centre Manager, Emma Russell, at 01362 854153.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the highest standards of cleanliness throughout Sense College.
• Maintain a hygienic environment through tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, polishing, emptying bins, and disinfecting toilets and sinks.
• Monitor and maintain adequate levels of cleaning supplies, including refilling dispensers and notifying the relevant personnel when reordering is needed.
• Clean internal windows, skirting boards, windowsills, guide rails, and other surfaces as required.
• Uphold safety standards at all times within the premises.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations.
• Properly store all materials in their designated areas.
• Report any damaged equipment or maintenance issues to the appropriate person.
• Ensure the safety and security of the premises are consistently maintained.
• Perform any additional duties that align with the responsibilities of the role.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Ability to follow and work within a daily schedule.
• Competence in carrying out cleaning tasks to a high standard.
• Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to take and follow instructions.
• A positive attitude towards working with individuals with disabilities.
• Flexibility in work hours and duties.

About Sense:

Sense is dedicated to supporting individuals with complex disabilities and those who are deafblind, helping them communicate and engage with the world around them. We believe that everyone, regardless of the complexity of their disabilities, should have the opportunity to fulfill their potential and should never be left isolated or excluded.

Working with Sense offers a rewarding experience, with opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive and flexible environment. We provide excellent training and development programs, the option to join our Group Personal Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave package.

How to Apply:

To apply, please use the link provided below. Your application will be assessed against the Personal Specification criteria, so it’s important to complete this section thoroughly. We recommend reviewing the candidate guidelines, job description, and person specification before applying.

Please note that we may close the application process early, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Important Notes:

• No agency submissions will be accepted without prior authorization from the Sense Recruitment Team. Unauthorized submissions will be treated as direct applications, and no fee will be paid.
• If you need assistance with your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at 0121 415 6735 or [email protected].
• Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults. All employment offers, where applicable, are subject to a DBS check, with the level depending on the role’s nature.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We particularly encourage applications from candidates of underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and individuals with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, promoting diversity, and celebrating the uniqueness of our staff, volunteers, and the people we support. We value everyone’s contributions and ensure they have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome applications from talented individuals from all sections of the community who share our values and believe that no one should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfill their potential, regardless of their disabilities. For more information, please visit: Sense Equality and Diversity.