Cleaner

Newfriars College; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

An independent specialist college in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a dedicated cleaner to maintain a safe and clean environment for students and staff. The role requires flexibility, reliability, and good interpersonal skills, with working hours of 10 per week. Competitive salary range of £5,573 - £5,749 based on availability and pending pay award.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Access to health and wellbeing plan

Discounts on various brands

Qualifications

• Motivated and flexible individual essential for the role.
• Good communication skills required for interaction with staff and pupils.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and healthy environment for pupils and staff.
• Follow cleaning schedules as set by management.
• Report maintenance issues to line management.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated cleaner to join our team. This is an important role, as maintaining a clean and safe environment is vital for the wellbeing of both pupils and staff at our college.

The successful candidate will be motivated, flexible, and reliable, with good interpersonal and communication skills and you must also be able to work effectively as part of a team.

Newfriars College aim is to transform the lives of young people through partnership, collaboration, enterprise and innovation. Our vision is to maximise opportunities within the community and provide a breadth and richness of experience that enables all our learners to reach their full potential and be part of an inclusive society. Newfriars College is an Independent Specialist Day College in North Staffordshire dedicated to supporting young people with learning difficulties and disabilities aged 16–25.

We provide specialist resources and facilities for all our learners and have an excellent support network within the local area. This provides the college with many opportunities including transition routes into the wider community, employment and supported work experience, independent living and specialist support from highly skilled multi-agency professionals and therapists. Learning in the community and vocational education is extremely important and we are eager to successfully prepare our young peoples for adulthood.

Our College works in partnership with Shaw Education Trust who believe that “every young person can achieve great things, whatever their abilities and whatever their background”.

We are driven by our vision for a society in which young people with disabilities are able to realise their potential and are given the skills, support and assurance to have a better future.

Shaw Education Trust offer the following employee benefits with your Teaching or Support Staff employment:

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Support Staff only based on working full time, all year- Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (37 days holiday rising to 39 days after 5 years’ service including Bank Holidays)
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan: Enjoy health services designed to support your well-being.
• Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Support and Teaching), Exclusive discounts to save money with a wide selection of discounts and exclusive offers from hundreds of the biggest brands.
• Free Eye Tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and flourish in your role and in the Trust.

We know our people are the key to our success and so we’re committed to ensuring the employment experience at Shaw Education Trust is a rewarding one.

Join Shaw Education Trust – Support, Teach, Lead… Make the Remarkable Happen

At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role holds the power to transform a life. Whether you're supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, or leading with vision, you’ll be part of something extraordinary.

Our mission is to unlock opportunity for every young person—whatever their background, ability, or starting point.

Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to their growth. Through high-quality training, apprenticeships, talent acceleration, and research opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive as skilled, confident professionals and we champion wellbeing, value every voice, and create a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to make a real difference.

You will join a collaborative network of schools where shared expertise and professional community fuel success. Every academy in our Trust has an equal voice, and every colleague plays a vital part in shaping tailored learning experiences that raise aspirations and build brighter futures.

Actual Salary: £5,573 - £5,749 – Pay Award Pending

Working Hours: 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3.30pm – 5.30pm

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for pupils and staff.
• Follow cleaning schedules and attend to general housekeeping tasks as directed by site management.
• Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and in accordance with training and safety guidelines.
• Report any maintenance issues or hazards promptly to line management.
• Collaborate with other staff to support a positive learning environment.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Motivated, flexible, and reliable.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.