Cleaner

GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust); England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth High School is seeking a diligent Cleaner to maintain hygiene across the school. Working full-time during term time, the role entails not just cleaning but also setup instructions for events and ensuring a safe environment. Applicants should have cleaning experience, along with problem-solving abilities, and be willing to undertake training.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous pension schemes

Life assurance benefit

Discount on fees for children at GDST schools

Employee assistance programs

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of cleaning in an office/educational setting preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained.
• Set up chairs and tables for mealtimes and assemblies.
• Unlock the school at the start of the day.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Cleaning best practices

Education

Experience in cleaning

Job description

Employer Portsmouth High School - GDST Location Southsea, Hampshire Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time, Term Time Salary £25,392 pro rata (£13.56 per hour)

Posted 18th July 2025 Start Date 1st September 2025 Expires 12th August 2025 12:05 PM Contract Type Permanent Start Date 1st September 2025 Job ID 1499643 Job Reference Cleaner2025

Start Date 1st September 2025

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• Job ID: 1499643
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Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week)

Weeks worked: Term Time plus 25 days worked in holiday periods

Pay: GDST Grade 1 (£25,392 pro rata or £13.56 per hour which equates to £22,483 pa)

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for a hard-working individual to contribute to the welcoming and professional image of Portsmouth High School. Hours of work are 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday to Friday, with one early finish at 2:00 pm each week (usually Friday). There is a one-hour unpaid lunch break during the day.

The successful applicant will be one of two daytime cleaners at the school and will primarily be based at our beautiful Prep School site. As a cleaner, you will ensure that the school's high standard of hygiene and cleanliness is maintained, so that the school remains a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. In addition to cleaning, you can also expect to set up chairs and tables in the Hall for mealtimes and assemblies, and to unlock the school first thing in the morning.

The ideal applicant will be an experienced cleaner with knowledge of best practices in cleaning. You will be able to work efficiently and effectively independently, and on occasion as part of a team. You will possess a keen eye for detail and be willing to problem-solve if needed. Experience of cleaning in an office / educational setting would be an advantage. Online training will be given so a basic level of computer skills is needed.

Pay is monthly, including during school holiday periods.

The School

Portsmouth High School has been educating girls since 1882. The school is located in Southsea, an attractive region on the south coast which has retained much of its original Georgian character. Notably, two of the school buildings were designed by architect Thomas Ellis Owen who was instrumental in shaping development of the local area.

We are a welcoming and caring community, committed to staff well-being.

Benefits

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Employee discount benefits, financial advice and an employee assistance programme
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
  
  

The closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday 12 August 2025.

Interview date: Thursday 28 August 2025 tbc.

Attachments

GDST Staff Brochure

Pensions information

Safeguarding policy

Safeguarding Statement

FT Cleaner - Job Description

The GDST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

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