Cleaner Support Staff Job Information for Applicants Learning Support Officer August 2017
POST TITLE: CLEANER REF NO: 01813/18 LOCATION: DURATION: HOURS: Limavady Campus This post is initially for a one-year temporary period however may lead to permanency (Secondment Opportunity) 12.5 hours SALARY SCALE: Band 1-15,014-15,246 per annum pro rata CRITERIA Essential Applicants must have at least: Essential 1 relevant* employment experience. *relevant defined as in paid employment as a cleaner. FOR INFORMATION ON THE LEVEL OF QUALIFICATIONS YOU CAN ACCESS THE QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDIT FRAMEWORK WEBSITE http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/qualification If as a direct result of a disability, you can not fully meet the essential experience requirement of the criteria for this post the College will waive this requirement. Applicants should note that the above criteria are the minimum requirements only and may be enhanced at the discretion of the short-listing panel. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment There is a possibility that a reserve list will be retained if more applicants are deemed suitable than posts exist. In the event the successful candidate fails to take up the post or if the post is vacated within 6 months of the appointment date, or if another vacancy arises within 6 months the post may be offered to the next person on the reserve list. This excludes posts where panel lists will be created and maintained for a specified period. COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS TO BE RETURNED NOT LATER THAN NOON ON FRIDAY 23 MARCH 2018. The College is committed to equal opportunities and to selection on merit. It therefore welcomes applications from all sections of society in particular applicants from the Protestant Community. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to visit the College website at www.nwrc.ac.uk
Contents 1. Introduction 2. About Us 3. Why we are an Employer of Choice 4. Job Description 5. Personnel Specification 6. Contact Information
1. Introduction Thank you for showing an interest in this position with the North West Regional College. It is essential that you read all documents carefully and complete the application form in conjunction with the Guidance Notes. Applicants should include on their application form all the information they wish to have considered, as information not on the application form cannot be taken into account. Attached CV s will not be considered. On behalf of the College we wish you Good Luck with your application. 2. About Us Enriching lives, building careers and supporting communities. North West Regional College (NWRC) has been at the heart of life in the North West of Northern Ireland for more than 100 years. Across the passing of time it has stood as an important institution renowned for delivering an extensive range of learning and career opportunities to thousands of learners. As an employer, North West Regional College has provided hundreds of jobs across its teaching, support and technical areas. As a supporter of the local economy, it has nurtured local enterprise through expert training and skills development. As a community partner, it has crossed the divide to offer an integrated civic resource for the benefit of the entire region. Now, NWRC is delivering an invigorated brand of education and training aimed at attracting new learners, while advancing the growth and prosperity of the local economy. NWRC received an accreditation from Investors in People due to their commitment to good business and people management excellence.
3. Why we are an Employer of Choice Our Staff are entitled to some of the best Employee Benefits and support an employer could give making it a prime choice to further your career. Our extensive Employee Benefits scheme led to the College winning the Family Friendly Benefits Award at the UK wide VIB Business Awards. A number of these benefits include Childcare Vouchers, a Staff Counselling Service and Flexible Working options. The College is also host to our own award winning Health & Well-being Programme which runs various events throughout the year including Exercise classes, Fitness Boot camps as well as organising various routine health checks for staff. All Staff have the option of joining a workplace pension scheme where the College will make an additional contribution to your pension each month on top of your individual contribution. We recognise that sometimes life can bring unexpected changes both fortunate and unfortunate, which is why we offer staff occupational sick leave and pay, maternity and paternity leave and pay and even special leave for other life events such as the birth of a grandchild or your wedding day. We believe in making sure the skills of our staff continue to grow and thrive during their time with the College and as such we have developed the NWRC Academy of Excellence. The Academy offers staff the opportunity to undertake accredited staff development. Staff will also receive a discount should they wish to enrol on relevant College courses. Other benefits include:- State of the Art Gym - Salary Sacrifice Scheme - Benenden Healthcare - Bank at Work - Cycle to Work Scheme - Insurance Discount
4. Job Description POST TITLE: RESPONSIBLE TO: REPORTING TO: Cleaner Principal & Chief Executive Estates Manager through the Estates Officer Maintenance & Facilities Management LOCATION: The successful applicant may be required to work in any of the College s buildings, as necessary. The initial location will be Limavady Campus. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The post-holder will carry out the range of duties outlined below. 1.0 Duties and Responsibilities 1.1 Sweep, suction clean, mop, dry buff, spray clean, spray wax, machine scrub and dry, strip and re-polish floors using appropriate equipment; 1.2 Clean and remove stains of soft floor surfaces (carpets/matting) using the appropriate cleaning method; 1.3 Clean toilet and shower area including the fixtures and fittings; 1.4 Clean, wash and dust ledges, walls, fixtures, fittings and internal surfaces including glass partitions up to 3.35 m. Polishing furniture where appropriate; 1.5 Empty and clean internal litter bins and remove litter to the designated collection points. 2.0 General Conditions Job Description 2.1 All duties must be carried out to comply with: (a) The Health and Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978; (b) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements; (c) The COSHH Regulations; (d) Codes of Practice. 2.2 All duties will be carried out in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job; 2.3 Cover colleagues on sick leave in line with the College Procedure; 2.4 Absence must be reported in line with the College s Procedure and the relevant forms must be completed and signed by the Estates Manager or delegated representative; 2.5 When carrying out cleaning duties protective clothing or work wear issued must be worn;
2.6 Flat-soled enclosed-toe footwear should be worn when carrying out cleaning duties; 2.7 Any cleaning equipment issued must be used and cared for in an appropriate and safe manner, with any defects being reported immediately; 2.8 All necessary paperwork must be completed; 2.9 Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee; 2.10 Comply with and actively promote College policies and procedures on all aspects of equality; 3.0 Training 3.1 Employees will accept any training for jobs graded at a higher level than their own. Payment will only be made where there is a requirement by the authority for the higher-level duties to be carried out; 3.2 Employees must accept any training to facilitate the undertaking of duties up to and including their own grade. The training to include: Induction training; Refresher training; 4.0 Other Duties 4.1 Falling within the purview of the grade as required; 4.2 undertake any other duties as required by the College s Principal and Chief Executive or persons carrying his delegated authority; 4.3 This list of duties is not exhaustive. The postholder will be expected to undertake other relevant duties in order to meet any changing operational requirements; 5 comply with and actively promote College policies and procedures on all aspects of equality; Job Description 6 ensure full compliance with Health and Safety requirements and legislation in accordance with College policies and procedures; 7 ensure full compliance with the College s quality assurance systems and procedures in accordance with College policies and procedures; 8 undertake any other duties as required by the College s Principal and Chief Executive or persons carrying his delegated authority. The list of duties is not exhaustive. The postholder will be expected to undertake other relevant duties in order to meet any changing operational requirements.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS Terms and conditions of employment are those as laid down by the Non-Teaching Negotiating Committee for Further Education in Northern Ireland and will include locally agreed terms and conditions. Salary Scale Band 1, Scale Column Point 6, 15,014 to Point 8, 15,246 per annum, pro rata. Hours of Work The hours of work will not normally be less than 12.5 per week. The hours of duty which may be on any of the College sites will be such as laid down to meet the needs of the College and may include periods of duty after, as well as before 5.00 pm on any Monday to Friday. Annual Leave Entitlement Entitlement to annual leave is 21 days, per annum pro rata in a full holiday year in addition to 12 public and extra statutory holidays. Entitlement to leave in the first year of employment is pro-rata to the number of months completed. Pension Scheme There is an Occupational Pension Scheme relating to employment with the College. Further details will be provided on appointment. Other Employment No other employment should be entered into during the period of employment with the North West Regional College. No employment by or in the service of another person or body should be undertaken except with express approval of the Principal and Chief Executive. POLICIES All staff have an obligation to comply with the statutory duties relating to Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 and will be required to contribute to the implementation of the College s Equality Scheme drawn up in accordance with this legislation. Job Description The North West Regional College as a public authority is committed to the promotion of Equality of Opportunity in accordance with the Northern Ireland Act 1998 Section 75. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Under the provision of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (NI) Order 2007 this post is deemed to be a regulated position. The College operates a Childcare Voucher Scheme for staff as part of its family friendly initiatives which are aimed at promoting a healthy work/life balance. The College operates a smokefree workplace policy for all locations. This policy prohibits smoking in all areas. This document can be made available in a range of formats, please contact HR Services with your requirements.
5. Personnel Specification Each aspect of the criteria indicated below should be addressed in full on your application form at Part A. Your application will be shortlisted solely on the basis of the information provided by you in this section of the form. Knowledge and competencies will be assessed at interview. CRITERIA Applicants must have at least: Essential 1 relevant* employment experience; *relevant defined as in paid employment as a cleaner. KNOWLEDGE Essential: Health & Safety APPTITUDES Essential: Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Teamworking Skills Desirable: In addition to assessing the applicant s ability to perform the duties of the post the interview will explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants should note that the above criteria are the minimum requirements only and may be enhanced at the discretion of the short-listing panel. Personnel Specification
6. Need some help or guidance? Contact HR Services By Telephone: (028) 71278705 By Email: recruitment@nwrc.ac.uk By Textphone: (028) 71276167 The College welcomes calls via Text Relay Making a call from a textphone: Dial 18001 + number Dial 18000 for emergency calls Making a call from a telephone: Dial 18002 + number Our opening hours are: Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm