Cleaner

Unity Schools Partnership; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 3,600 - 4,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Job summary

Unity Schools Partnership is seeking a conscientious Cleaner for a part-time role in Haverhill. The position involves cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and other areas to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils and staff.

The role requires reliability, a positive attitude and a keen eye for detail. Full training will be provided; prior cleaning experience is beneficial but not essential, with safeguarding checks conducted for all hires.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to high-standard work.
• Good communication and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Full training provided; previous cleaning experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation.
• Work independently and as part of a team to support daily school operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Contract: Permanent, Part Time, 10 hours per week, 43 weeks per year.

Start Date: November 2026

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, conscientious, and dedicated Cleaner to join our hardworking and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who takes genuine pride in their work and understands the important role that a clean, safe, and welcoming environment plays in supporting the wellbeing and success of our pupils, staff, and visitors. As a Cleaner, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of cleaning duties across the school site, helping to ensure that high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation are maintained at all times.

The role is varied and will involve cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets, communal areas, staff facilities, and other areas of the school as required. You will work both independently and as part of a team, contributing to the smooth day-to-day operation of the school and helping to create an environment in which everyone can thrive.

The successful candidate will have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a keen eye for detail. You will be reliable, trustworthy, and committed to completing tasks to a consistently high standard. Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are also important, as is a willingness to follow cleaning schedules, health and safety procedures, and site-specific requirements.

Full training, guidance, and support will be provided for any work undertaken at this location, ensuring you feel confident and well-equipped in all aspects of the role. Previous cleaning experience would be advantageous; however, it is not essential, as full training will be provided for the right candidate.

We welcome applications from individuals who are committed to delivering high standards of cleanliness and who are looking to make a valuable contribution to the school community. This is an important role within our organisation, and we are looking for someone who will take pride in helping us maintain an environment that is clean, safe, and welcoming for all who use our facilities.

Working hours 6:30am to 8:30am Monday to Friday during term time plus 5 weeks during school holidays, how these hours are worked will be explained at interview.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.