Cleaner

Nova Education Trust; Ilkeston; Hybrid; GBP 7,600 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Education Trust's Kirk Hallam Community Academy in Derbyshire is seeking a reliable Cleaner to join a committed site team. The role is 3:30–6:30pm, term-time only (39 weeks), 15 hours per week, with duties after the school day to maintain a clean environment.

The salary is Scale 1 Point 3 (£8,916 actual per year, £13.28 per hour). Applicants must be prepared for an enhanced DBS check in line with safeguarding requirements and will work as part of a supportive school community.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning duties after the school day as part of a team.
• Vacuuming, washroom cleaning, sweeping, mopping and dusting.
• Window cleaning, bin emptying, wiping of furniture.
• Occasional use of electrical cleaning machinery.

Job description

Description

Role: Cleaner

Location: Kirk Hallam Community Academy

Salary: Scale 1 Point 3 (£8,916 actual per year, £13.28 per hour)

Contract: Permanent, part time (15 hours per week) term time only

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026 at 8am

Kirk Hallam Community Academy is an ambitious and inclusive 11–18 school in Derbyshire that is committed to providing transformational learning experiences for all students. The school's strong community ethos, high expectations and culture of kindness create an environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. Through a well-established pastoral system, a focus on personal development, and a wide range of enrichment opportunities including outdoor education, performing arts and sporting activities, the academy seeks to prepare students for successful futures.

As a Cleaner, you will work as part of a team at the end of the school day, undertaking general cleaning duties such as vacuuming, washroom cleaning, sweeping, mopping, dusting, window cleaning, emptying bins, wiping of furniture and occasional use of electrical cleaning machinery. The role is term time only (39 weeks) following our school term dates pattern. The working hours are 3:30 - 6:30pm.

Applications close on Monday 2nd November 2026 at 8am.

Kirk Hallam Community Academy is part of Nova Education Trust, a growing family of academies united by shared values, high aspirations and a commitment to delivering the very best outcomes for children and young people.

The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with DfE requirements.

Please see the job pack attached for more information on our benefits.