School Cleaner

Overview

Closing Date: 10th February 2026. Interviews: Week Commencing 16th February 2026. Riverside Primary School wishes to employ an enthusiastic and reliable cleaner to join our friendly team of dedicated cleaning staff. The successful candidate will be required to ensure that a high level of cleanliness is maintained throughout the School on a daily basis, ensuring health and safety compliance is adhered to in all cleaning routines.

We aim to provide:

• A safe and stimulating environment for pupils
• A range of enriching activities for pupils
• Healthy nutritious snack
• Strong relationships between staff and pupils

Purpose of Job

• To carry out cleaning duties as required, including sweeping, dusting, wall washing, toilet cleaning, mopping and vacuum cleaning
• Use electrical and mechanical equipment, floor polishers, etc. when necessary and after appropriate training
• Use stepladders when necessary and with due regard to the Health and Safety of themselves and others
• Use approved cleaning materials in accordance with manufacturers printed instructions and COSHH Regulations. (Chemicals should NEVER be mixed with other chemicals)
• To be responsible for the care of all cleaning equipment and materials assigned to them
• Where practicable, ensure windows and doors are closed and locked when leaving rooms
• Report to the Premises Officer any defects seen, likely to affect security i.e. broken windows, window catches
• To be aware of their responsibilities for the Health and Safety of themselves and others
• Wear protective clothing provided, additionally shoes which are suitable for the work being carried out
• To clean the site to a high standard
• Any other relevant duties as may be required

What we offer

• Term-time hours
• The opportunity of working within a supportive and friendly environment.
• Good opportunities for personal and career development.

Riverside Primary School is part of the Lionheart Educational Trust.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, therefore, all posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.