School Cleaner - Northampton
Location: Northampton
Working Hours: 3:00pm - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Part-Time | Ongoing
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
DBS Requirement: Must hold an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
About the Role
Are you reliable, hardworking, and take pride in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment? We are currently recruiting for several School Cleaners to work within a welcoming school in Northampton. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking for part‑time afternoon work, with flexible options available for those who may only be able to commit to certain days of the week. Working as part of the school's cleaning team, you will help ensure classrooms, corridors, toilets, communal areas, and other school facilities are kept clean, hygienic, and presentable for pupils and staff. We are looking for individuals who are dependable, have a good eye for detail, and can work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Cleaning classrooms, offices, corridors, and communal areas.
- Sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping floors.
- Cleaning and sanitising toilets, washrooms, and staff facilities.
- Wiping down desks, tables, chairs, and frequently touched surfaces.
- Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Replenishing soap, toilet rolls, paper towels, and other cleaning supplies.
- Ensuring all areas are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Following health and safety procedures and using cleaning products safely.
- Reporting any maintenance issues, damage, or health and safety concerns to the appropriate member of staff.
- Ensuring cleaning equipment and materials are stored safely after use.
What We Are Looking For
- Have previous cleaning experience, ideally within a school or commercial environment.
- Be reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
- Have good attention to detail and take pride in their work.
- Be able to work independently and manage their cleaning duties effectively.
- Have a positive attitude and be willing to work as part of a team.
- Understand the importance of maintaining high standards of hygiene within an educational setting.
- Be flexible and available for afternoon cleaning shifts.
- Have a professional approach when working in an environment with children and young people.
Essential Requirement: Must hold an Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the DBS Update Service. Applicants without an active DBS on the Update Service will not be considered for this position.
Working Hours & Flexibility
The standard working hours are:
Monday to Friday: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
We understand that not everyone is available every weekday. There is flexibility for candidates who can only commit to selected evenings, so applicants looking for two, three, or four days per week are also encouraged to apply.
Safeguarding
As this role is based within a school, safeguarding is a key priority. All successful applicants must demonstrate a commitment to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service is essential, alongside satisfactory references and right-to-work checks.
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