Cleaner

Educators Wales; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council organization in Carmarthen is looking for cleaning staff for term-time roles. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness in schools by performing various cleaning tasks. Candidates should have a positive attitude and flexibility to meet different cleaning demands. An enhanced DBS check is mandatory, and a basic knowledge of Welsh is preferred. The position offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and additional benefits like health support and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to staff health and wellbeing support

Personal development and career progression

Staff discount schemes

Flexible working policies

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check is required.
• Basic knowledge of Welsh (Level 1).

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness by dusting, sweeping, and vacuuming.
• Empty waste bins and replenish consumables.
• Use cleaning machinery and chemicals safely.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn new skills

Flexibility

Willingness to assist with other cleaning requirements

Job description

Salary

£25,390 per annum (full time 37 hrs). Part‑time and term‑time salaries pro‑rated accordingly. Hourly rate £13.16. Contract hours 10.

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About the vacancy

• Vacancy ID: 2481
• Organisation: سكان Carmarthenshire County Council
• Number of vacancies: 1
• Contract type:.Disponse Permanent Term Time Only
• Location: Carmarthen
• Grade: Grade A +4%

Cleaning Service Overview

The Cleaning Service provides an essential service throughout the County of Carmarthenshire. The team is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the County’s schools to ensure people can live an work in a clean and safe environment. The role involves term‑time cleaning with up to 10 days of holiday cleaning, with hours dependent on the contract each school has signed.

Responsibilities

Maintain spotless and clutter‑free environments by performing tasks such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, emptying waste bins, replenishing consumable items, and deep cleaning as required. Use cleaning equipment, machinery and chemicals, following health and safety guidance.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to assist with other cleaning requirements.

DWBS level: An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk.

Welsh language level – verbal: Level 1 – a basic knowledge of Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.

Expected date of interview: 12 November 2025

Closing Date

25/01/ olarak 23:55

The Rewards

• Competitive salary
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement with option of purchasing additional leave
• Access to staff health and wellbeing support
• Personal development and career progression
• Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies

Additional Information

We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and(push). We abaud all our staff are vetted, selected, trained and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective and compassionate care.

We have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Eligibility

Applicants will be asked about their nationality and whether they are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations. https://www.gov.uk/prove‑right‑to‑work. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage that you are not eligible, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.

How to Apply

All applications must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment that prevents you from applying online, email: [e-mail] or call 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements.

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