Cleaner

Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Stonebroom Primary & Nursery School is seeking a part-time Cleaner to join our site team. Working 15:15 to 18:15, 15 hours per week, during term time plus INSET days, you will help maintain a clean and safe environment for pupils and staff.

Under the direction of the Senior Cleaner, you will sweep, mop, damp wipe and replenish facilities, follow COSHH rules, and report repairs promptly. Start date ASAP with interview likely Friday 25th September 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning roles preferred.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, vacuum and mop floors across the site.
• Damp wipe and sanitise surfaces, furniture and equipment.
• Clean and replenish toilet and washroom facilities.
• Empty litter bins and dispose of waste safely.
• Follow COSHH regulations and health and safety policies.
• Report maintenance or safeguarding concerns to supervisors.

Job description

Job title: Cleaner

School: Stonebroom Primary & Nursery School

Hours: 15:15 - 18:15 Monday -0 Friday (15 hours per week) Term Time Only plus INSET Days

Salary Scale: National Minimum Wage - £12.71 p/h

Closing date for applications: 9am Tuesday 22nd September 2026

Interview date: Likely to be Friday 25th September 2026

Start date: ASAP

School website: https://www.stonebroom.derbyshire.sch.uk

Contact information: Maria Barnes, CNET HR Manager [e-mail] Telephone: [phone]. Suzanne Greenhalgh, Business Manager [e-mail] Telephone: [phone].

Job Purpose

To work under the direction of the Senior Cleaner, Site Manager and/or Headteacher to undertake, individually or as part of a team, efficient and effective cleaning duties across the school site. This includes ensuring that classrooms, communal areas, offices, toilets and outdoor areas are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene and safety, creating a welcoming environment for pupils, staff, parents and visitors.

Main Duties and responsibilities

Carry out cleaning tasks as directed by the appropriate supervisor, including:

• Sweeping, vacuuming and mopping floors.
• Damp wiping and sanitising surfaces, furniture and equipment.
• Cleaning and replenishing toilet and washroom facilities.
• Emptying litter bins and disposing of waste safely.
• Cleaning fixtures, fittings, doors, windows and internal glass.
• Maintaining cleanliness in classrooms, corridors, offices, halls and staff areas.
• Supporting the cleanliness of nursery and EYFS areas where applicable.
• Reporting any maintenance, health and safety or safeguarding concerns to the appropriate member of staff.
• Using cleaning equipment and machinery safely and effectively.
• Ensuring the safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals in accordance with COSHH regulations, Health and Safety legislation and school policies.

Support to the School

(This list is not exhaustive but reflects the ethos of the school)

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children.
• Be aware of and comply with school policies relating to safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, equality, confidentiality and data protection.
• Contribute positively to the school's welcoming, nurturing and inclusive environment.
• Appreciate and support the role of teachers, support staff and other professionals.
• Attend relevant meetings and training as required.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

Other Areas of Responsibility

Safeguarding

• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school.
• To undertake tasks of a similar nature and level, as directed by the Headteacher.