School Cleaner

Summary:

Join a school as a School Cleaner and help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

About the School:

Located on 17 acres of grounds and woodland, the school provides a therapeutic environment that supports pupils in overcoming social and emotional challenges. It offers well-resourced specialist facilities and a dedicated leadership team focused on pupil success and long-term outcomes.

The Opportunity:

As a School Cleaner, you will play a key role in maintaining a clean and safe environment that supports learning and well-being. Your attention to detail and commitment to high standards will ensure that all areas of the school meet the required levels of hygiene and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and maintain classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets, and communal spaces.
• Carry out additional or one-off cleaning tasks as required.
• Work flexibly around the school timetable, adapting to events and activities.
• Use and store cleaning materials safely and in line with COSHH regulations.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and report when stock needs replenishing.
• Identify and report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Support the school’s safeguarding standards through vigilance and safe practice.
• Collaborate with the Site Manager and wider school team to ensure consistent standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experience in cleaning, ideally within a school or similar environment.
• Understanding of COSHH and safe cleaning procedures.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• Punctual, reliable, and professional at all times.
• A positive, team-focused attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of children and young people.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Preferred

• Experience working in a specialist education setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and best practices.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and term-time only contract.
• Comprehensive benefits package including life assurance and pension scheme.
• Mental health support and physical health checks as part of wellbeing initiatives.