Cleaner

Hurst Green; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 7,200 - 7,400; Full time

Job summary

The Brier School, including the Unicorn Satellite Centre, is seeking a reliable Cleaner to join the site team. You will help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors, with duties spanning classrooms, corridors and communal areas.

The role is term-time 43 weeks, salary Grade 1, SCP 3, start as soon as possible, with training provided and a strong emphasis on health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential; full training provided.
• Candidate should be dependable, with a positive attitude and commitment to the school community.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas to high standards.
• Work independently; take pride in work and follow health and safety procedures.

Job description

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£7,247.54 to £7,411.54 actual salary per annum. Term time only, 43 Weeks. First year Salary will reflect number of working days remaining in holiday year

Working Hours:

11

Location:

The Brier School

Closing Date:

11/10/2026

Job Type:

Schools / Academies - Support staff roles - Other - Support staff roles

Sector:

Education

Business Unit:

Schools

Job Introduction

The Brier School, including the Unicorn Satellite Centre is a successful all-through special school serving pupils with complex learning needs . Our designation is for ‘moderate learning difficulties’, however in recent years, the complexity of pupils joining The Brier School has increased significantly .

In our schools within Ascent Multi Academy Trust , we aim to provide a happy, caring and stimulating environment where children feel safe and valued, and are actively encouraged and supported to achieve the very best they can .

Location: The Brier School Position: Cleaner

Salary: Grade 1, SCP 3 Start Date: As soon as possible

The Brier School are looking to appoint a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic Cleaner to join our friendly site team . The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff and visitors .

Duties will include cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained throughout the school . Candidates should be able to work independently , take pride in their work and demonstrate a commitment to health and safety procedures .

Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. We are looking for someone who is dependent , has a positive attitude and is committed to supporting the school community .

Interview date: Monday 19th October 2026 (TBC)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised dateshould we receive a large number of applications.

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