Cleaner

Alderman's Green Primary School; Reading; On-site; GBP 9,500 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Family-friendly leave

Pension schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Private GP services

Lifestyle discounts

Job summary

Alderman’s Green Primary School is seeking a reliable Cleaner to join its school team in Reading, delivering cleaning across classrooms, corridors and toilets. You will help maintain high hygiene standards and a welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role is part-time (16 hours 15 minutes per week) with training provided; previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential. Benefits through Triumph Learning Trust may apply.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, buff and wash floors.
• Dust and polish surfaces, furniture and fixtures.
• Clean toilets and shower areas to a high standard.
• Empty bins and manage waste appropriately.
• Clean windows and other designated areas.
• Safely use cleaning equipment and products per COSHH requirements.
• Identify and report hazards, spillages, damage or maintenance issues.
• Help ensure the school is clean, safe and ready for pupils and staff each day.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Follow instructions

High hygiene standards

Professional around children

Tools

Cleaning equipment

COSHH awareness

Job description

Cleaner - Alderman’s Green Primary School

Alderman’s Green Primary School is looking to appoint a reliable, hardworking and conscientious Cleaner to join our dedicated school team.

As a Cleaner, you will play an important role in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff and visitors. Working as part of the school team, you will help maintain consistently high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the school.

The role

You will be responsible for cleaning designated areas of the school, including classrooms, communal areas, corridors and toilets. Duties will include:

• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, buffing and washing floors
• Dusting and polishing surfaces, furniture and fixtures
• Cleaning toilets and shower areas to a high standard
• Emptying bins and dealing with waste appropriately
• Cleaning windows and other designated areas
• Safely using cleaning equipment and products in line with COSHH requirements
• Identifying and reporting hazards, spillages, damage or maintenance issues
• Helping ensure the school is clean, safe and ready for pupils and staff each day

What we're looking for

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who cares and takes pride in their work.

You will ideally be:

• Reliable, punctual and responsible
• Thorough, with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to follow instructions and organise your workload effectively
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Professional and respectful when working around children, staff and visitors
• Willing to learn and follow safe working practices

Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. No specific qualifications are required.

What we offer

As part of Triumph Learning Trust, employees have access to a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities, family-friendly leave, pension schemes, an Employee Assistance Programme, private GP services, lifestyle discounts and more.

Position details

School: Alderman’s Green Primary School
Location: Alderman’s Green Road, Coventry, CV2 1PP
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 16 hours 15 minutes per week, 3.00pm-6.15pm
Working weeks: 39 weeks per year
Holiday working: One week during the school holidays will be required for deep cleaning, with dates agreed in advance
Salary: Grade 1, Point 3 - £24,795.86 FTE / £9,493 pro rata
Start date: As soon as possible
Responsible to: Site Manager

Why your role matters

Our cleaners are an important part of our school community. Your work helps create an environment where children feel safe, cared for and ready to learn every day.

Closing date: 15 September 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Triumph Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, references and an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.