Campus Cleaner

WINCHESTER COLLEGE; Winchester; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Winchester is looking for three Campus Cleaners to maintain cleanliness across the campus. The ideal candidates will be reliable, organised, and possess a flexible attitude towards work. Responsibilities include cleaning tasks, safety checks, and assisting in event setups. This role offers full-time and part-time positions, with competitive salaries based on hours worked and clear pathways for training and development.

Benefits

Flexible start date

Monthly salary payment

Qualifications

• Must be reliable, organised, and capable of physical work.
• Initiative and ability to work largely unsupervised.
• Commitment to promoting an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean allocated areas, including sweeping and mopping.
• Participate in regular safety checks in assigned areas.
• Assist in setting up event venues for various activities.

Skills

Positive and flexible attitude

Reliability

Detail and organisational skills

Teamwork

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

Winchester College is seeking to appoint three Campus Cleaners to join the Facilities team as soon as possible. This team is responsible for the day‑to‑day cleanliness, appearance, and event preparation of all non‑boarding school buildings and administrative offices across the campus. Successful candidates must be reliable, highly organised, flexible, and capable of meeting the physical demands of the role while working largely unsupervised.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleaning and Maintenance: Thoroughly clean allocated areas, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, polishing, emptying bins, vacuuming, and cleaning showers/WCs.
• Exterior Cleaning: Work outside when required to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of campus paths and associated areas.
• Window Cleaning: Periodically clean the insides of windows, sometimes requiring the use of a step ladder.
• Repairs and Reporting: Undertake minor repairs and immediately report defects, safety hazards, or accidents to the relevant managers.
• Safety Checks: Participate in regular safety checks, such as fire call points/extinguishers, emergency lighting, and water temperature checks in assigned areas.
• Event Set‑Up: Assist in setting up event venues for exams, music rooms, school functions, open days, and day‑to‑day activities.
• Moving and Relocation: Assist in moving and relocating furniture, tables, chairs, and event kit around the campus.
• Physical Tasks: Be able to lift reasonably heavy items, including cleaning equipment, full bin bags, and pieces of furniture.
• Flexibility: Assist other departments with moving and setting up items when requested.

ABOUT YOU – ESSENTIAL QUALITIES

• Positive and flexible attitude to work.
• Reliability with high levels of energy, enthusiasm, and consistency.
• Initiative and ability to work largely unsupervised.
• Detail and organisational skills, prioritising tasks and managing time productively.
• Teamwork – effective both individually and as part of a team, contributing to team spirit.
• Commitment to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

• Prior experience in commercial cleaning or knowledge of COSHH (training provided).
• Driving licence is an advantage but not essential.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Start date: As soon as possible, with a flexible start date for the right candidate.
• Hours of Work & Salary:
• Position 1 (Full Time): 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, Monday–Friday 6 am–2 pm (with some required weekend flexibility). Salary: £24,472.50 per annum.
• Position 2 & 3 (Part Time): 10 hours per week, Saturday and Sunday 7 am–12 pm. Salary: £6,526.00 per annum.
• Payment: Salary is paid monthly in arrears.

HOW TO APPLY

Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your application. Applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Monday 8 December 2025. For the full job description and to apply please visit our website. If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

SAFETY & PROTECTION

Winchester College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. Staff will receive appropriate safeguarding training which is regularly updated.