[261023] Cleaner

High Street Primary Academy; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 5,500 - 7,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

High Street Primary Academy in Plymouth seeks a reliable Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the school. You will work 10 hours per week during term-time plus 2 weeks (41 weeks per year) and support a safe, welcoming environment for pupils and staff.

Join a dedicated team and contribute to an outstanding learning environment. Experience in cleaning and knowledge of health and safety are preferred, with safeguarding commitments essential.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, reliable and professional approach to work.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties in accordance with the school's cleaning schedule.
• Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and effectively.
• Report equipment faults and health and safety concerns to the relevant supervisor.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety throughout the school.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support changes to daily routines when required.
• Comply with safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and Trust policies.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Health & safety knowledge

Independent worker

Team player

Good communication

Job description

Post: Cleaner

Location: High Street Primary, Plymouth, PL1 3SJ

FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade B Pt 3; £25,614

Actual Annual Salary Range: £6,426

Contract Type: Permanent, part time, term time only + 2 weeks (41 weeks per year)

Contract Hours: 10 Hrs per week, Monday to Friday

High Street Primary Academy is seeking a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to join our dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to make a real difference in a school community by helping maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

About the Role

As a Cleaner, you will undertake a range of cleaning duties across the school, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained. Working as part of an established team, you will contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the academy and support our commitment to providing an outstanding learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties in accordance with the school's cleaning schedule.
• Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and effectively.
• Report equipment faults and health and safety concerns to the relevant supervisor.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety throughout the school.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support changes to daily routines when required.
• Comply with safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and Trust policies.

What We're Looking For

We would love to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous cleaning experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and health and safety practices.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, reliable and professional approach to work.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

About the School

High Street Primary is a small and rapidly improving academy, with a warm, caring and friendly ethos, with a PAN of 210 pupils plus a nursery. The school recently formed a federation with Millbay Academy.

Our vision is clear: every child matters, every day. We ensure our school allows every child to achieve their full potential - we work tirelessly and collaboratively as a High Street team to offer all children the opportunity to meet their aspirations beyond expectations.

High Street is a small community school with approximately 130 children on roll from age two to age eleven. We work with external agencies and all stakeholders to ensure we offer our community the support and commitment they deserve. We have a wonderful team of teaching and non‑teaching staff and we pride ourselves on the caring relationships we have built between all of the members of our ‘school family’.

About the Trust

We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond.

We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside our primary, all-through and technical provision, we are proud to include a strong and integral network of seven special schools and one alternative provision setting.

These settings are a vital part of our community, providing inclusive, high-quality education for pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex learning profiles,

Closing date: for applications is 1st November 2026

Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for 5th November 2026

Opportunities and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.