Building Facilities Assistant

Job Description

Building Facilities Assistant (School Janitor) (7/30230)

Eaglesfield Primary School

Band 3 - £2,988.70 - £3,040.06

 

Be part of an award-winning team that makes a real difference

 

We’re proud of the quality of our cleaning and facilities services – and our achievements speak for themselves:

* ASSIST-FM Contribution to Cleaning - 2022

* APSE Building Cleaning Innovation Award - 2023

* Building Cleaning Most Improved Performance Networks Award – 2024

* ASSIST-FM Contribution to Cleaning Awards - 2025

We’re now looking for a Building Facilities Assistant to join our friendly, supportive team at Eaglesfield Primary. This is an excellent opportunity if you’re seeking term-time, family-friendly work in a role where your contribution is genuinely valued.

 

About the role

You’ll be part a dynamic, customer facing facilities team, providing essential janitorial and cleaning support to help keep the school safe, clean and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors.

 

Your duties will include:

*Carrying out general cleaning and janitorial tasks to a high standard

*Supporting daily building safety checks and health & safety procedures

*Assisting the Lead Occupier with safe operation of the premises

*Supporting energy efficiency and responsible building usage

*Liaising professionally with all staff and service users

 

You’ll work both independently and as part of a small team, using a proactive, organised, and methodical approach.

 

Working Hours

You will be required to work 4.75 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

57 minutes a day Monday to Friday

 

 

What we Offer

*Term-time only working – ideal for parents and carers

*Full training provided, including:

- Cleaning methods and equipment

- Safe use of chemicals

- Health & Safety procedures

- iPad and Microsoft applications

*All necessary PPE supplied

*A Personal Training Plan to support your development

*Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland)

*Access to Viv-Up, our wellbeing and discounts platform with over 800 offers

*Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial wellbeing support, and Wellbeing Champions

 

What we’re looking for

*A reliable, motivated individual with good attention to detail

*Someone approachable, professional, and customer focused

*Able to work independently and as part of a team

*Good communication skills are essential

* A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.

 

 

 

Requirements

Important information

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

 

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

 

 

Our commitment to equality

At Dumfries and Galloway Council, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We value difference and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our workforce.

 

Paper applications are available – please call 01387 260406 to request a form.

 

Contact Details: Michelle Caven

Email: Michelle.Caven@dumgal.gov.uk

Contact: 07917 092 569