Cleaner

Salary: NJC Grade A3 £24,796 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Please note that the pro-rata salary for this role is £9,050 (A3) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment)

Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 15 hours per week, 41 weeks per year (Monday to Friday)

The Park Community School are looking for a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to join our school community. This role is essential in helping us maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

About the Role

As a Cleaner, you will ensure that designated areas of the school are kept clean, tidy and hygienic in line with school standards.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Cleaning, sweeping, mopping, washing and vacuuming,

• Emptying bins and maintaining toilet and washroom areas

• Assist in the moving of furniture and moveable fittings.

• Ensure that the premises are made secure if requested.

• Reporting any maintenance issues or stock shortages

• Following health & safety and COSHH guidelines

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Has experience in cleaning within workplaces such as schools, hospitals or leisure centres (desirable but not essential)

• Is trustworthy, hardworking and takes pride in their work

• Works well as part of a team and shows initiative

• Demonstrates confidentiality and supports the ethos of the school

• Experience using floor-cleaning machinery or knowledge of COSHH is desirable but not required—full training will be provided.

Why Join Us?

You’ll become part of a friendly and supportive team dedicated to providing a clean, safe and positive environment for our school community.

If you’re dependable, take pride in your work, and want to contribute to a vibrant school setting, we would love to hear from you.

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 11th September 2026, interviews will be held week commencing 14th September 2026.

Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Our school is a member of The Harbour Schools Partnership, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, The Harbour Schools Partnership offers excellent career and development opportunities.

The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available via our website here.