Cleaner

The Bishop Fraser Trust; Horwich; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training

Career progression

Wellbeing resources

EDI training

Healthcare cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Discounts via UK Healthcare

Job summary

St Catherine's CofE Primary School is seeking a dedicated cleaner to join our team. You will provide cleaning services across the school, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.

The role requires a conscientious approach, ability to follow instructions, and commitment to ongoing health and safety standards. Training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive school setting.

Qualifications

• Conscientious and diligent work ethic.
• High standards and pride in delivering a quality service.
• Friendly and able to communicate professionally with students and staff.
• Ability to listen, understand and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations for safe working practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning services within the school premises.
• Dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping and sanitising designated areas.
• Empty bins and dispose of waste properly.
• Clean washrooms and restock supplies.
• Report damages or repairs to management promptly.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols at all times.

Skills

Conscientious work ethic

High standards

Friendly and professional

Listening and following instructions

Health & Safety & COSHH awareness

Team player

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Cleaner. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic school environment, making a positive impact on children’s educational journey.

At St Catherine’s, we grow together in God’s love. Our school is full of happy people, busy classrooms, and caring friendships. Every child is nurtured through a rich and exciting curriculum, guided by wonderful teachers who help them reach high standards — but life at St Catherine’s is about so much more. Here, every child is given the chance to shine, to try new things with confidence, and to believe that they can succeed. We celebrate each other’s gifts, show kindness and respect for everyone’s beliefs, and take joy in each other’s achievements. St Catherine’s is a place of laughter, wonder, and lasting memories — a family where, together, we flourish.

We believe that it is these things that make our children lively, confident and articulate and is why they move on to fulfilling lives built upon the Christian values and strong foundations laid in the school.

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO:

• Has a conscientious and diligent work ethic.
• Has high standards and take pride in delivering a quality service.
• Is friendly and able to communicate in a professional manner with both students and staff.
• Is able to listen to, understand and follow instructions.
• Understands Health & Safety and COSHH regulations in relation to ensuring safe working practice in undertaking your role.
• Is a role model those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people.
• Is willing to undertake training and work flexibly to meet the demands of a continuously improving organisation.
• Is a great team player, friendly and professional.

YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE:

To provide a cleaning service within the school premises

• Perform commercial cleaning tasks such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitising designated areas.
• Empty bins and dispose of waste properly.
• Clean washrooms and restock supplies as needed.
• Report any damages or repairs to management promptly.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols at all times.

IN RETURN, WE OFFER:

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject-specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programs.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. We use a ‘touchbase’ informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager!
• Wellbeing & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Amazing benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 16th NOVEMBER at 9am

At The Bishop Fraser Trust, we aim to recruit outstanding people who have the right attitude.

If you have a love for teaching and are passionate about seeing children succeed, we would love to hear from you!

For our part, we will provide excellent development opportunities, leadership training and the time to develop all of this so that you can be the best you can be.

St Catherine's CofE Primary School

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St Catherine's CofE Primary School

Nicola McMorn

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Greenstone Avenue
Horwich
Bolton
Lancashire
BL6 5SJ

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.