Cleaner

Ninestiles, an Academy; Fox Hollies; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Ninestiles, an Academy, invites applications from enthusiastic cleaners to join our established team on a busy school site. You will work to the required cleaning standards, supporting a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.

As part of Summit Learning Trust, you will carry out duties such as vacuuming and dusting, report Health & Safety issues to the Site Manager, and participate in safeguarding procedures, including enhanced DBS checks where required.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience in a school or similar environment.
• Flexible and enthusiastic team player who can adapt to different areas as required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning as directed, including vacuuming, sweeping and dusting.
• Report Health and Safety issues to the Site Manager on duty.
• Comply with all Trust policies and procedures, including safeguarding and DBS requirements.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Job description

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

Success through Endeavour

Ambition through Challenge

Strength through Diversity

Ninestiles, an Academy is situated in a large and diverse site which houses around 1500 students and nearly 230 staff. Parts of the building are Victorian whilst there are also areas of new build. It is a highly successful academy with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

This is an opportunity to join an established team of cleaners who work well together to maintain high standards throughout our academy. Each cleaner is responsible for an area and will be expected to clean to the frequency and standard set out. At the direction of the Site Manager, you may be asked to clean areas other than your normal area as required. It is expected that you will be enthusiastic, flexible and care about doing your job well and will have some previous cleaning experience.

Purpose of Role:

To carry out cleaning as directed, including vacuuming, sweeping, dusting etc. Report all Health and Safety issues to the Site Manager on duty and Comply with all the Trusts policies and procedures, including the Health and Safety policy.

You may be required to undertake training as identified as necessary particularly in relation to machinery/equipment. It will be essential that you comply with all Health and Safety regulations and report any concerns to the Site Manager on duty.

It is important that you enjoy working within a school environment where you will come into contact with our learners on occasions. All collegues working at the Ninestiles, an Academy will be expected to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check.

About our school

Ninestiles, an Academy, is proud to be recognised as the TES Inclusive School of the Year 2025, celebrating our commitment to creating a welcoming, diverse, and high-achieving environment for all learners.

Following our most recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were praised for taking effective action to maintain the high standards previously identified, reaffirming our status as a ‘Good’ school. Inspectors highlighted that our learners thrive both socially and academically, showing genuine respect for others’ differences—a reflection of our inclusive ethos and high aspirations.

Our pastoral care is a cornerstone of our success, with highly effective support systems and a staff team that holds consistently high expectations for every learner. At Ninestiles, we focus on securing strong academic outcomes and on preparing learners to become active, responsible citizens.

Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed by our collaborative leadership team and colleagues across Summit Learning Trust to offer breadth and balance. Learners benefit from a wide range of subjects at Key Stage 3, laying the foundation for informed choices at Key Stage 4, where options are tailored to their interests and abilities.

Beyond the classroom, our vibrant enrichment programme is a real strength of the school. With over 70 clubs and activities—including sport, music, art, drama, and debating—students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop new skills.

Join us at Ninestiles and be part of a school where inclusion, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand

Why Join Summit Learning Trust?

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment
• Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people

Interviews to be held shortly after the closing date

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact [e-mail].