Cleaner

Ormiston Academies Trust; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts

Blue Light Card access

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Ormiston Denes Academy in Lowestoft is hiring a friendly Cleaner for afternoons and early evenings. You’ll work 3:15pm to 6:15pm, Monday to Friday, supporting a Site Manager and Cleaning Supervisor to keep classrooms, corridors and toilets clean and safe for students and staff.

No prior experience is required; full training is provided. The role involves regular movement and lifting, and COSHH awareness would be useful as you help maintain a welcoming learning environment.

Qualifications

• No experience required; full training provided.
• Punctual and reliable with a positive team attitude.
• Awareness of health and safety and COSHH basics is helpful; training will be given.

Responsibilities

• Keep classrooms, offices, corridors and toilets clean and tidy.
• Make rooms ready for lessons and meetings.
• Restock essentials like soap and paper towels and report low supplies.
• Store equipment and cleaning products safely.
• Spot and report maintenance or health & safety concerns.
• Assist with deep cleans during school holidays as agreed.

Skills

Cleaning

Punctuality

Teamwork

Health and safety awareness

Tools

Mop

Vacuum cleaner

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

Work Where It Matters Most, Achieve What Matters More

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

We're looking for a friendly, reliable Cleaner to join our site team at Ormiston Denes Academy. Every day, our students and staff walk into classrooms, corridors and spaces that are clean, safe and ready for learning - and that's down to people like you. It's a role where your hard work is seen and genuinely appreciated, helping to create an environment where our young people can focus on doing their best.

About the Role

Working afternoons and early evenings, Monday to Friday from 3:15pm to 6:15pm, you'll be part of a supportive team led by our Site Manager and Cleaning Supervisor. Your day-to-day will include:

• Keeping classrooms, offices, corridors and toilets clean and tidy - dusting, vacuuming, mopping, polishing and emptying bins
• Getting rooms ready for lessons and meetings
• Restocking essentials such as soap and paper towels, and letting us know when supplies are running low
• Storing equipment and cleaning products safely
• Spotting and reporting any maintenance or health and safety concerns, helping keep everyone safe
• Lending a hand with deep cleans during school holidays, with dates agreed well in advance

About You

No previous experience is needed - full training will be provided. What matters most is that you're punctual, take pride in a job well done and are happy to work hard as part of a team. An awareness of health and safety and safe use of cleaning products (COSHH) would be great, but we'll support you to learn. The role is active, involving regular bending, lifting and moving equipment, so you'll need to be comfortable on your feet.

About the Academy

At Ormiston Denes Academy, we believe education extends beyond the confines of classrooms and textbooks. Our academy is a vibrant, dedicated community where every day is an opportunity for growth, and every individual is encouraged to become the best version of themselves. We understand that potential is limitless, and with the right support and guidance, challenges can be transformed into achievements.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is for a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys...

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

We value the contribution of every colleague and offer a range of benefits designed to support your career, wellbeing and work-life balance. Benefits include a generous pension scheme, wellbeing support, exclusive discounts, Blue Light Card access and our cycle-to-work scheme.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you share our commitment to helping every child thrive and want to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

We welcome visits to our Academy from prospective applicants. To arrange a visit or an informal discussion with Charlotte Leeming - HR & Compliance Partner, please email [e-mail] or call 01502 509921.