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Job Description
Posts involving work in educational institutions are subject to the provisions of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (NI) Order 2007. The successful applicant will require an enhanced disclosure check which at present costs 33. Further details regarding the payment of this check will be issued with the contract of employment.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
1. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria where relevant.
2. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications unless the criteria state otherwise.
3. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
4. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below using the information provided by you on your application form.
5. Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
6. In the event of an excessive number of applications the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form on how you meet any desirable criteria.
Section 1 Essential Criteria
The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and whichmay also be further explored during the interview/selection stage.You should therefore make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Experience
Have a minimum of three months demonstrable working experience in a cleaning role.
Shortlisting by Application Form
To meet the statutory obligations under Health and Safety legislation the successful applicant may be required to undertake training as necessary & provided by the EA cleaning service.
Shortlisting by Application Form
Section 2 Essential Criteria
The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage in line with EAs Game Changing People Model.
Experience
Evidence of knowledge of:
The requirements of a School Cleaner.
Cleaning methods / machinery.
Health and Safety requirements relevant to the role including COSHH.
Interview
Abilities
In line with EAs Game Changing People Model we will look for evidence of:
Ability to use own initiative and to work under pressure to meet specific deadlines.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate and take instruction in the English language.
Effective organisation and planning skills.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Flexible approach to work and willing to carry out instruction.
Interview
Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect EAs ethos and values. You will find information about our Valueshere.
Interview
Section 3 Desirable Criteria
Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Experience
One years experience of cleaning outside home environment.
Demonstrable experience of using a range of commercial cleaning tools (e.g. buffing machinery).
Shortlisting by Application Form
Our Values
Through the selection process we will also seek evidence that the personal values of candidates align with those of the EA. This will include evidence of commitment to equality and excellence in service delivery. These reflect our aim which is to meet the needs of all our children and young people equally removing barriers to learning and ensuring equality of access to excellent education services so that every child can develop to his or her full potential.
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as regulated activity.
In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves regulated activity the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background.Please note that youWILLbe expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the preemployment stage.
Further information can be accessed atNI Director theDepartment of Justice.
APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES
To view the applicant guidance notes please clickhere.
To learn about the many great benefits of joining the Education Authority click here
The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Employment Type
Full Time
