Vacancies

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Federation is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

The successful applicant will be subject to rigorous pre-employment recruitment checks, references and a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the jobs page. Somerville Federation Safeguarding Policy 2025-26

All vacant positions are advertised on either the school website or the Wirral Council website:

https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies

CLEANERS - TWO POSITIONS - SOMERVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Working hours:

10 hours per week X 2

Monday to Friday

Position 1: 6:00am – 8:00am

Position 2: 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Full year contracts

The post holder is required to work both term and non-term time.

Job Purpose

To undertake cleaning duties to maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the school, as directed.

Key Tasks

Undertaking cleaning of allocated areas in line with specified standards and as directed. Includes cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning, emptying of litter bins, polishing and dusting of the designated areas (which will include toilets and shower areas) and fixtures and fittings, using where appropriate, powered equipment.
Operate/use domestic and industrial cleaning equipment and materials, following appropriate training where necessary and store allocated equipment and materials safely and securely.
Perform duties in line with health and safety regulations (COSHH) and take action where hazards are identified, report serious hazards to line manager immediately
To perform other duties considered reasonable, that are commensurate with the grading and designation of the post.
To carry out key holder duties in the morning.
Attend any training courses that are deemed appropriate in aiding the development of the service.
To ensure that all work areas are secure upon completion of cleaning and all lights are switched off prior the completion of the shift.
Responsible along with all members of the school for the safeguarding and welfare of pupils

Individuals in this role may also undertake the following:

Undertake specialised cleaning programmes during school closures or other designated periods.

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable instruction from the Headteacher to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.

Employee Specification - Cleaner

CATERING MANAGER - SOMERVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL

30 hours (We are flexible and open to increasing these hours for the right person)
Band F
39 weeks per year
8am-2pm
Closing date: Thursday 17th September 2026 - 12pm
Start date: 1^st October 2026

The Governors of Somerville Federation would like to appoint a Catering Manager from 1^st October 2026 or as soon as possible after this date. This is a permanent role following a successful probationary period.

We are looking for a highly motivated person with strong organisational and people skills to manage a busy school catering facility. Somerville Primary has invested heavily in a good facility to produce and serve fresh, wholesome, and exciting food for our pupils.

As a team leader with motivational flair, you will be a ‘Hands On’ leader and have very good organisational skills to enable you and your team to provide a fresh, child friendly lunch service. You will complete the daily production requirements and lead the team in assisting with preparation and service of the lunch. A commitment to maintaining high standards of service, food quality and hygiene is essential.

Ideally you should have 3 years’ supervisory experience within a catering environment and hold City & Guilds, HND, NEBSS or similar qualification in catering.

A competitive salary and benefits package is offered together with the opportunity to work in our welcoming and happy school.

Catering Manager Job Description

Employee Specification - Catering Manager