Cleaner

Nyland School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 3,500 - 5,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Menopause support network

Discounts for Teachers

Blue Light Discount

Eye Care Vouchers

Excellent Pension Scheme

Job summary

Nyland School in Swindon is seeking a reliable part-time School Cleaner to join our dedicated team. The role covers 10 hours per week across 41 weeks (term-time plus two). You will help maintain a clean, tidy and safe environment for our SEMH primary pupils.

The ideal candidate will have cleaning experience, strong time management, high cleanliness standards and a commitment to health and safety. We offer a supportive team, term-time friendly hours and the chance to contribute to a welcoming

Qualifications

• Ideally have some cleaning work experience.
• Be able to manage time well.
• Have high standards and expectations of cleanliness for our school.
• Adhere to health and safety practices at all times.

Responsibilities

• Keep the school clean, tidy and safe at all times.
• Support high standards of hygiene across classrooms and facilities.
• Follow health and safety procedures and reporting any issues.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Time management

High cleanliness standards

Health and safety

Job description

The Role: School Cleaner

Hours: Part-time 10 hours per week over 41 weeks (term time +2)

Contract: Permanent contract

Salary: WHFNJC J Grade

Start: ASAP

Nyland School is a specialist SEMH Primary School in Swindon for children with social, emotional and mental health needs. We aim to build an ethos of emotional awareness and understanding and we celebrate the diversity and uniqueness in our school. To provide an inclusive education within a safe, nurturing environment, where children can belong, learn and succeed. Whilst taking account of individual needs, children are prepared for their next stage of education and supported to become successful citizens of the future. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated GOOD in all areas—a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and school community.

We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are looking for a reliable and flexible Cleaner to join our team, ensuring that our beautiful Primary School is kept clean, tidy and safe.

All About You

Do you have what it takes to join us? The Cleaner we would like to join us will:

• Ideally have some cleaning work experience.
• Be able to manage time well.
• Have high standards and expectations of cleanliness or our school.
• Adhere to health and safety practices at all times.

Why Work for us?

We think you will love working with us and here are some of the reasons why:

• We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.
• Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed.
• Our children are engaged and eager to learn.
• We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.
• As part of The White Horse Federation multi-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.

The Advantages of joining our Federation

In addition, our employees reap the rewards of a competitive benefits package, including:

• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause support network

Discounts, save money on holidays, clothing and much more:

• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers

Development

• Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
• CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential

Pension / Leave and Service

• Excellent Pension Scheme*
• Employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day’s leave per year

The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.

The White Horse Federation values uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.