JOB DESCRIPTION
SCHOOL CLEANER/CATERING ASSISTANT
The following is an outline of the role of School Cleaner/Catering Assistant who is responsible to the Head
Chef, the Bursar and the Headmaster.
The principal duties of the School Cleaner/Catering Assistant is to provide appropriate support to the
Housekeeping and Catering teams and the school generally, ensuring the safety of themselves and others at
all times. The standard working hours will be 08.00 - 16.30 Monday to Friday. Occasionally you may be
required to work extra hours, this will generally be agreed in advance and will be either as time in lieu or paid.
This is a full time position.
The main duties will include:
1. Preparing and serving meals to pupils
2. Table setting in the dining rooms
3. Provide a high standard of cleanliness thought designated kitchen areas
4. Cleaning certain parts of the school site
5. Vacuuming carpeted areas and washing floors
6. Sweeping uncarpeted areas
7. Emptying and cleaning bins
8. Spot cleaning of spillages
9. Cleaning desk, seats, skirting boards and dining rooms
10. Cleaning toilet areas and replenishing toiletries
11. Cleaning doors and windows
12. Reporting all defects/hazards immediately to the Bursar or Head Chef
Skills and experience you will need:-
1. A reasonable level of fitness
2. Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
3. Able to manage time effectively
4. Ability to work both alone and in a team
5. Awareness of Health and Safety procedures
6. Food Safety and Hygiene Level 2 is preferable
The successful applicant will need their own transport and agree to an enhanced DBS reference being
obtained.
Note: This Job Description covers the main duties and responsibilities of the job. The appointee may from
time to time undertake other activities commensurate with this Job Description.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience
Involvement in a cleaning or catering role is an advantage, although full training will be provided.
Skills and Abilities
Willingness to be part of a hard working team
An understanding of the role
Enthusiasm
Reliability
Initiative
Flexibility
Ability to build positive working relationships.
A good communicator.
Able to act on their own initiative.
Able to work under pressure at busy times.
Able to prioritise work effectively.
Be accurate and take pride in their work.
Be interested in and willing to become involved in the life of a busy prep school.
Safeguarding and Child Protection
The post-holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons’
for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact, will be to adhere to and ensure
compliance with the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Statement at all times. If, in the
course of carrying out the duties of the post, the post-holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks
to the safety of welfare of children in the school s/he must report any concerns to the School’s Designated
Safeguarding Lead or to the Headmaster.
The successful candidate will be required to provide an enhanced DBS check. In seeking references on
short-listed candidates, the school may approach previous employers for information to verify particular
experience or qualifications before interview. Any relevant issues arising from references will be taken up at
interview.
Procedure for application
Applications should be made using the application form available together with a covering letter (no more
than a page) and posted to the Bursar, Mr Chris Lanyon, St. Michael’s Preparatory School, La Rue de la
Houguette, St. Saviour JE2 7UG or by e-mail to:- [email protected]
The closing date for applications is Friday 14th February 2019. After which references may be taken for
those candidates considered for the shortlist.
Failure to use the correct application form or to attach a covering letter may count against an applicant.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone and interviews will be held approximately a week
after the closing date above. An offer of appointment will be made as soon as possible thereafter. The
appointment will be conditional upon satisfactory references being received and pre-employment checks
being completed.
