Cleaner, Cleaning Services

When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued. The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of our school, so distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded our school.

Our staff survey in 2019 revealed that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment for all of our people. This aim is reflected in the package we offer, which, for Support Staff, in addition to basic salary, includes:

• Generous pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Annual review and opportunities for training and continued professional development
• Travel to work schemes
• School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, which is committed to upholding the ethos of our school and, as an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Cleaners (3 positions) required to join friendly and committed school in-house services team.

Hours of work are 3.15 – 7.15pm.

Monday to Friday 20 hours per week.

Duties will include:

• Emptying waste bins, transporting waste to designated collection points.
• Dusting, damp wiping.
• Sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping floor areas.
• Cleaning toilets, urinals, and hand basins.

Proven work experience as a cleaner.

Must have excellent written and verbal skills for the purpose of Health and Safety and ability to follow instructions.

Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463.