Walk-in || Peon AND Housekeeping STAFF

Role & responsibilities

Roles and Responsibilities of Peons

A. General Duties

1. Open and close classrooms, offices, staff rooms and other assigned areas as instructed.
2. Ensure that classrooms, corridors, staircases and common areas are clean and orderly.
3. Carry files, documents, registers, notices and other materials between departments as instructed.
4. Assist teachers, office staff and management with day-to-day requirements.
5. Arrange tables, chairs, desks and other furniture for meetings, assemblies and school programmes.
6. Deliver letters, circulars and other official documents to the concerned staff members.
7. Ensure that drinking water is available in designated areas.
8. Assist in receiving and guiding visitors to the appropriate office or department.
9. Help with the distribution and collection of examination papers, worksheets and other school materials as authorised.
10. Perform other duties assigned by the Principal, Headmistress or Administration Department.

B. Student Safety and Discipline

1. Assist in maintaining discipline during assembly, dispersal and school events.
2. Help ensure that students move safely through corridors and staircases.
3. Monitor assigned areas and immediately report any suspicious activity or safety concern.
4. Assist teachers during emergencies and follow the school's safety procedures.
5. Ensure that students do not enter restricted areas without permission.

C. Maintenance and Security

1. Report electrical faults, water leakage, damaged furniture and other maintenance issues promptly.
2. Check that lights, fans and other electrical equipment are switched off when not required, wherever assigned.
3. Keep school gates, doors and assigned areas secure as instructed.
4. Handle school property, equipment and documents carefully.
5. Report any damage, loss or incident to the concerned authority immediately.

2. Roles and Responsibilities of Maids / Housekeeping Staff

A. Cleaning and Hygiene

1. Sweep and mop classrooms, corridors, staircases, offices and other assigned areas daily.
2. Clean staff rooms, washrooms, common areas and other designated spaces regularly.
3. Clean desks, tables, chairs, windowsills and other surfaces as required.
4. Ensure that washrooms are clean, hygienic and supplied with water and necessary cleaning materials.
5. Empty dustbins regularly and dispose of waste in designated areas.
6. Maintain cleanliness in drinking-water areas, entrances and other common spaces.
7. Clean spills immediately to prevent students and staff from slipping.
8. Ensure that the school premises remain clean throughout the school day, not only before school hours.
9. Follow proper waste segregation and disposal procedures wherever applicable.
10. Use cleaning materials and disinfectants safely and only as instructed.

B. Hygiene and Safety

1. Wear the prescribed uniform and use appropriate gloves and other protective equipment while cleaning.
2. Keep cleaning chemicals safely stored and away from students.
3. Place warning signs on wet floors wherever necessary.
4. Never leave buckets, mops, cleaning equipment or chemicals unattended in areas accessible to children.
5. Report damaged washroom fittings, blocked drains, water leakage or other hygiene-related issues.
6. Maintain personal hygiene and follow the school's health and sanitation guidelines.

C. Support Duties

1. Assist in cleaning and arranging the premises before and after school functions, celebrations and meetings.
2. Help maintain cleanliness during examinations, parent meetings and other school activities.
3. Assist in arranging and cleaning designated areas as instructed by the administration.
4. Inform the supervisor when cleaning materials, toiletries or other supplies are running low.
5. Perform additional housekeeping duties assigned by the Principal, Headmistress or Administration Department.

3. Common Responsibilities for Peons and Maids

1. Report to duty on time and follow the assigned working hours.
2. Maintain discipline, courtesy and professional behaviour with students, parents, teachers and visitors.
3. Wear the prescribed uniform and maintain a neat appearance.
4. Follow instructions given by the Principal, Headmistress, Administration Officer or designated supervisor.
5. Avoid unnecessary mobile phone use during working hours.
6. Maintain confidentiality regarding school records, staff matters and student information.
7. Do not leave the assigned duty area without informing the supervisor.
8. Report any accident, injury, damage, misconduct or unusual incident immediately.
9. Take proper care of school property, equipment, keys and materials entrusted to them.
10. Do not use school property or supplies for personal purposes without permission.
11. Cooperate with colleagues and other departments to ensure the smooth functioning of the school.
12. Maintain a respectful and child-friendly environment at all times.
13. Follow all school safety, security, hygiene and emergency procedures.
14. Obtain permission before taking leave and follow the school's attendance and leave rules.

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