Cleaner

Bedgrove Infant School; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 16,727,000 - 17,082,000; Part time

Job summary

Bedgrove Infant School is seeking a site team member to assist with cleaning across designated areas, ensuring spaces remain hygienic and safe for children and staff.

The role is part-time, 25 hours per week, term-time only (38 weeks per year) with evening shifts from 3:15pm to 8:15pm or 3:30pm to 8:30pm, and occasional overtime may be available during school holidays. Wage is £12.77 per hour (Real Living Wage).

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning tasks in a school or similar environment.
• Ability to work to high cleanliness standards.
• Willingness to undertake training including health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Clean designated areas to maintain hygienic conditions.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding expectations.
• Attend training sessions as needed.

Skills

Manual cleaning tasks

Organisation

Teamwork

Initiative

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Term time only: 38 weeks per year (Term time only)

Salary Type: Bucks pay1a

Salary details: £12.77 per hour (Real Living Wage)

Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week, 5 hour per evening 3:15pm to 8:15pm or 3.30pm - 8.30pm Monday to Friday 38 weeks per year, term time only. Overtime may be available during school holidays.

In addition, you will be expected to attend occasional training sessions relevant to the role.

Closing date: 03/09/2026

Interviews to be held: W/c 7th September 2026

About the role

We are looking for someone to join our site team to support with the cleaning of designated areas to ensure they are kept in a hygienic condition and to contribute to a working environment which supports equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice. This includes:

• Vacuuming and cleaning floors including the use of powered equipment
• Cleaning and dusting tables, classroom furniture and other surfaces
• Cleaning walls and other paintwork, tiling and mirrors
• Emptying and cleaning waste binsCleaning toilets, sinks and basins

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• The ability to carry out a range of manual cleaning tasks
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• An organised, methodical approach to work
• The ability to use your own initiative
• A supportive, team-focused attitude
• Personal responsibility for the quality of your work
• A clean and professional appearance
• The ability to maintain confidentiality in all school matters
• Willingness to undertake relevant training, including health and safety requirements

In return we can offer:

• A welcoming and positive school community where every member of staff is valued
• Access to high-quality training and professional development tailored to your needs and the needs of the school
• Opportunities to grow your skills and confidence within a supportive team
• A well-resourced working environment
• A strong commitment to staff well being
• A role where you can make a meaningful difference to the day-to-day experience of our children and staff

Equal Opportunities

Bedgrove Infant School is committed to equal opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We welcome applications from all members of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Bedgrove Infant School has a rigorous Safeguarding policy and is committed to the welfare of every child. Consequently, all short-listed candidates will be asked for two references before interview, and these could be followed up with a verbal discussion with your referee. If successful, your enhanced DBS check will be carried out irrespective of any previous checks and a Disqualification Declaration form will also be required.