Cleaner

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Court Lane Infant School in Portsmouth is seeking an energetic Cleaner to join its committed team. You will perform cleaning tasks across toilets, classrooms, corridors, offices, library and more, with deep-clean duties during holidays.

As part of The University of Chichester Academy Trust, you will contribute to a context that supports children and families and work with a dedicated premises team and Site Manager to maintain a clean and safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning tasks across toilets, classrooms, corridors, offices, library, hall and other communal areas.
• Deep-clean duties during Easter and summer holidays as part of the wider school cleaning.

Job description

Court Lane Infant School

Cleaner

Located in the north of Portsmouth, Court Lane Infant School has a caring ethos, encouraging and supporting children to be inspired, excel and work together. It is a positive and active place to work, and we believe that success here is built on strong relationships between everyone involved in the academy.

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person to join our committed team of cleaners.

As a cleaner, you will be responsible for a range of cleaning tasks, including collection and disposal of waste.

Areas to be cleaned will include toilets, classrooms, corridors, offices, library, hall and other communal areas including communal appliances such as the dishwashers and fridges.

You will also be required to be part of the deep-clean team in the holiday periods, cleaning wider areas of the school. This is usually 1 week of the Easter holidays and 2 weeks of the summer holidays, and 1 other week to be arranged. Dates and timings are agreed in ad-vance with the premises team and Site Manager.

The University of Chichester Academy Trust

You will be part of The University of Chichester Academy Trust, which is uniquely positioned to make a difference in the local educational landscape. The Trust currently encompasses 17 academies, 2 Inclusion centres, and a School-Centred Initial Teacher Training base, all based in Hampshire, Portsmouth, and West Sussex. While we share a common vision and values, each academy has its own identity that contributes to its local community. The Trust is committed to valuing the uniqueness of each school.

Two-Week October Half Term

We have introduced a two-week October half-term across all our schools. This initiative is already making a positive impact, giving staff and pupils a valuable break during the long autumn term, reducing absence through illness, and supporting overall well-being. It also brings greater consistency across our Trust, creating a more connected and efficient way of working. It’s just one example of how we prioritise our people and create a working environment where everyone can thrive.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the University of Chichester Academy Trust, we believe that diversity drives creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity, fostering an inclusive culture, and creating a community where everyone feels they belong. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented within our workforce, including those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled individuals, LGBTQI+ individuals, and women—especially for senior leadership roles.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices will reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, along with other relevant employment checks.

Application Process

For any questions about the application process, please get in touch with the Central People Team at [e-mail]