Cleaner

The Wings’ CE Trust; Atherton; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 8,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

CPD opportunities

Employee assistance

Flu vaccinations

Job summary

The Wings CE Trust is seeking a reliable Cleaner to join the premises team at St Mark’s CE Primary School, Newtown, Wigan. The role is Grade 2, 10 hours per week, with pattern: Mon-Thu 4:00-6:00pm and Fri 3:30-5:30pm.

You will clean classrooms, offices and communal areas, maintain hygiene, report maintenance issues and support health and safety. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Has experience of cleaning in a school, commercial or similar environment (desirable but not essential).
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Is dependable, punctual and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine cleaning of classrooms, offices, corridors, toilets and communal areas.
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste appropriately.
• Replenish consumable items such as soap, paper towels and toilet rolls.
• Clean furniture, fixtures, fittings and equipment in accordance with cleaning schedules.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained throughout the school.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including the safe use and storage of cleaning equipment and materials.
• Report any maintenance issues, defects, hazards or security concerns to the Premises Manager or appropriate member of staff.
• Assist with deep cleaning activities during school holidays as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to promote a safe, clean and welcoming environment for all users of the school.

Skills

School cleaning experience

Reliable

Punctual

Teamwork

Job description

Please note the employer for this position is not Wigan Council

The Wings CE Trust

St Mark’s CE Primary School, Alexandra Street, Newtown, Wigan

WN5 9DS

Salary: Grade 2, £7,010 per annum. £13.48 per hour

Required for as soon as possible subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks are completed.

CLEANER

Grade 2, FULL YEAR

Hours per week: 10

Working pattern: Monday Thursday 4:00 6:00pm and Friday 3:30 5:30pm

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and committed Cleaner to join our premises team and help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring our school premises are cleaned and maintained to a high standard, supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone within our school community.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trust, and applicants must feel comfortable in contributing to the ethos of a church school.

Purpose of the Role

To undertake a range of cleaning duties across the school site, ensuring that classrooms, offices, corridors, toilets and communal areas are maintained in a clean, hygienic and safe condition. The role also supports the wider premises team in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the school.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Carry out routine cleaning of classrooms, offices, corridors, toilets and communal areas.
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste appropriately.
• Replenish consumable items such as soap, paper towels and toilet rolls.
• Clean furniture, fixtures, fittings and equipment in accordance with cleaning schedules.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained throughout the school.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including the safe use and storage of cleaning equipment and materials.
• Report any maintenance issues, defects, hazards or security concerns to the Premises Manager or appropriate member of staff.
• Assist with deep cleaning activities during school holidays as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to promote a safe, clean and welcoming environment for all users of the school.

We Are Looking for Someone Who

• Has experience of cleaning in a school, commercial or similar environment (desirable but not essential).
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Is dependable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Has good communication and teamwork skills.
• Understands the importance of health and safety in the workplace.

The Trust can offer

• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors, and parents.
• A team of dedicated and hardworking staff
• A welcoming and friendly Christian ethos
• Excellent CPD opportunities and access to a library of on-line training courses
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A range of employee benefits which support your wellbeing that includes a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Flu vaccinations

Transition of The Wings’ CE Trust

As part of the continued growth and strengthening of our family of schools, The Wings Trust is due to transfer into The Sycamore Church of England Trust in Autumn Term 2026. This transition reflects a shared vision and strong alignment in values, ethos, and commitment to delivering high-quality education for all pupils. For applicants, this means joining a forward-looking and collaborative organisation with opportunities for professional development across a wider network of schools. All schools currently within The Wings Trust will become part of Sycamore Trust, and staff will benefit from enhanced central support, shared expertise, and a strengthened school improvement offer. The transition is being carefully planned to ensure continuity for pupils, staff, and communities, with existing roles, responsibilities, and commitments honoured as we move into the next phase of the Trust’s development.

The Wings CE Trust is an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hope that after considering the post details and School information available on the website that you choose to apply for the post as you believe you can contribute positively to the department, the ethos of the school and to ensure that our students make the progress we expect.

All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.saintmarks.wigan.sch.uk

Interview date

To be confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.

The employer is committed to safeguarding

Supporting Documents

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Childcare Disqualification Requirements
• DBS Policy Statement – Schools
• Guidance for Safer Working Practice