Cleaner

ARK SCHOOLS; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay

Twice as many training days

Generous pension scheme

Ark rewards discounts

Interest-free loans for season tickets

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Ark Castledown Primary Academy in Hastings is seeking a part-time Cleaner (13.75 hours/week) to maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation. The role requires a well-organised individual who can manage their own workload with a positive, can-do attitude.

Training in safety and compliance is provided, with DBS checks and safeguarding procedures in place. The successful candidate will have school cleaning experience, a hard-working and flexible approach, and the ability to follow

Qualifications

• have experience of cleaning, preferably in a school environment
• be hard working and have a flexible approach
• have an understanding of Health and Safety
• be able to take ownership of tasks and work with minimal supervision
• have the ability to follow relevant policies and procedures effectively

Responsibilities

• be experienced in cleaning tasks within a school setting
• maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation
• manage own workload with minimal supervision
• follow Ark health and safety policies and procedures
• respond flexibly to needs of the school and staff

Job description

About The Role

Cleaner (PT: 13.75 hours per week)

Ark Castledown Primary Academy

Ark Castledown Primary Academy is a popular school in the heart of Hastings. Since transitioning to Ark in September 2017, the school has seen significant improvement in all areas. We have a dedicated staff team committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils. We are seeking to appoint a well-organised Cleaner who is able to manage their own workload and ensure that high standards of presentation and cleanliness are maintained. You will need to be flexible in your approach and respond to the needs of the school with a positive, can-do attitude. You will be required to undertake compliance training, show a commitment to safe working practices and have a basic knowledge of health and safety.

We can offer you a friendly, supportive school environment with a competitive salary and access to an exclusive range of additional benefits.

The successful candidate will:

• have experience of cleaning, preferably in a school environment
• be hard working and have a flexible approach
• have an understanding of Health and Safety
• be able to take ownership of tasks and work with minimal supervision
• have the ability to follow relevant policies and procedures effectively

The closing date for applications is 09.00 22nd October 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing 26th October 2026.

Location: Hastings

Start date: ASAP

Contract: Permanent, TTO plus 7 days during school holidays

Hours: 13.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 3pm - 5.45pm

Salary: £24,482.00 pro rata Actual pay: £8330.00

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link.

Benefits

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts - offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at https://arkonline.org/careers/ why-work-with-us/

About Us

We are community primary school that is dedicated to providing the very best education for the children of our town.

We hold a strong child-centred approach to teaching, where consistency, praise, encouragement and challenge are key. We believe that every child has a unique potential and we work hard to inspire and motivate children to achieve their goals.

We know that a successful and happy school depends on all of us working together, and that parents make an important contribution to children's achievements at school. We are committed to developing excellent working relationships with our families and all members of our school community.

Visit arkcastledown.org/jobs to learn more about us and see our current vacancies.

Diversity and inclusion:

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link .

Safeguarding statement:

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link.

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response.