Cleaner

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Leadership development opportunities

Career progression

Wellbeing and inclusivity

Job summary

Ernehale Flying High Academies is seeking a dedicated Cleaner to help maintain a safe, welcoming and well‑maintained school environment for children, staff and visitors.

You will contribute to a positive learning space by keeping classrooms and common areas clean, ensuring equipment is safe to use and replenishing supplies as needed. The role requires a responsible, dependable team member who supports safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming school environments.
• Experience in care or cleaning roles is helpful but not required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing of children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, shared areas, and other spaces to a high standard.
• Keep cleaning and site equipment in safe, working condition.
• Replenish consumables (soap, paper towels) as needed.
• This post has key holder responsibility.

Skills

Team player

Health & safety awareness

Organised

Problem-solver

Job description

Do you take pride in creating safe, clean, and inspiring environments? Are you proactive, organised, and ready to make a real difference every day? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!

We are looking for a dedicated Cleaner to join our school team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring our school is a welcoming, secure, and well-maintained space where children can thrive.

About Us:

Ernehale Flying High Academies is a vibrant and inclusive primary school where children are at the centre of everything we do. We are proud of our warm, welcoming ethos and strong sense of community, where every child is supported to achieve their very best.

Our dedicated staff team works collaboratively to create an environment where curiosity is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and learning is brought to life through a rich, broad, and balanced curriculum. We place high importance on wellbeing, both for our children and our staff, and are committed to nurturing a positive, purposeful culture in which everyone can thrive.

About Flying High:

Flying High Partnership is a thriving multi-academy trust of 38 primary schools across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire. We are driven by a shared vision to be unique, exceptional, and sustainable. Founded in 2012, we believe in the power of meaningful collaboration to help schools reach their full potential while supporting others along the way.

Our Partnership celebrates individuality, champions continuous improvement, and ensures every child thrives. With a strong focus on school-led professional development and leadership, we’re committed to growing exceptional teachers and inspirational leaders.

Together, we make every day count.

About the Role

As Cleaner, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our school safe, secure, and welcoming for children, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, shared areas, and other designated spaces to a high standard, ensuring they are well-maintained and conducive to learning
• Ensure all cleaning and site equipment is kept in a safe and working condition
• Replenish consumables (e.g., soap, paper towels) as needed
• This post has key holder responsibility.

We Are Looking For

• Someone who takes pride in creating a safe, clean, and welcoming school environment.
• A proactive and positive team member who communicates well and works collaboratively.
• An individual with practical maintenance skills and a good understanding of health and safety.
• Someone who is organised, dependable, and able to manage tasks independently.
• A flexible problem-solver who responds calmly and effectively to challenges.
• Someone committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and staff.

We Can Offer You:

• A strong commitment to our people, guided by principles of wellbeing, adaptability, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Access to high-quality professional learning at every stage of your career, including leadership development opportunities.
• Clear pathways for career progression across our partnership.
• An employee assistance programme offering specialist support, including counselling, financial guidance, and legal advice.
• A positive, supportive working environment where teamwork benefits every child.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children’s lives every single day.

Flying High Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.