School Cleaner
Posted: By:Hiring Kenya
Position: School Cleaner
Industry Sector: Education / Childcare
Remuneration: Competitive
Employment Nature: Full-time
Location: Buruburu, Nairobi
Primary Mandate
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented School Cleaner to ensure a safe, immaculate, and hygienic learning environment for our students and staff. Your objective is to manage the daily sanitation of classrooms, offices, hallways, and washrooms using proper chemical and safety protocols. Beyond standard facility maintenance, you will play an active role in supporting our early learning classes by assisting with the basic hygiene needs of small children. This role demands a high level of integrity, physical stamina, and a respectful attitude suitable for a childcare ecosystem.
Core Workstreams
Facility Sanitation & Safety Compliance
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Execute sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and deep sanitization across all indoor and outdoor school zones.
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Disinfect toilets, restrooms, and wash basins systematically to prevent the spread of infections.
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Apply, mix, and store institutional cleaning chemicals safely and in strict accordance with occupational health guidelines.
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Don required protective gear and adhere strictly to the school's comprehensive safety regulations.
Early Childhood Support & Operations
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Monitor and actively assist with the delicate hygiene and washroom needs of young children in early learning classes.
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Replenish restroom essentials including soap, paper towels, and sanitary supplies continuously.
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Manage waste disposal loops by emptying trash receptacles and maintaining an immaculate outer compound.
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Collaborate with teaching staff to set up classrooms, arrange furniture, and handle basic operational tasks.
Maintenance & Integrity Reporting
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Conduct routine inspections of facilities and report structural or plumbing faults immediately to supervisors.
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Manage cleaning equipment inventory and flag replenishment needs before shortages occur.
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Maintain an organized, transparent, and secure workstation for all cleaning tools.
Expertise Profile
The Essentials
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Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional cleaning experience, ideally within an educational institution or childcare facility.
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Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of industrial cleaning agents, specialized tools, and sanitation safety measures.
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Locational Advantage: Proximity to the Buruburu area is highly preferred for operational convenience.
Required Competencies
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Child-Friendly Demeanor: A respectful, patient, and warm attitude when interacting with students and staff.
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Physical Fortitude: The stamina necessary to handle manual labor and stay active throughout a full-time shift.
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Autonomy & Trust: A track record of honesty and reliability, with the ability to manage tasks efficiently under minimal supervision.
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Adaptability: Willingness to pivot from structural cleaning to direct childcare hygiene assistance whenever called upon.
The Value Proposition
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Impactful Environment: Contribute directly to the health, well-being, and safety of developing children.
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Community Connection: Join a close-knit educational team within the heart of Buruburu.
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Structured Routine: Benefit from stable, predictable full-time hours inside a supportive workplace.
Submit your CV for the School Cleaner role. Ensure your application details your 2+ years of experience in institutional cleaning and your proximity to Buruburu.
Apply now to secure our learning environment.
Key Skills
Waste Management Chemical Safety Facility Sanitation Hygiene Compliance Early Childhood Care Operational Support Institutional Maintenance.CV Job Description Matcher
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