Cleaner - The John Bamford Primary School

WMJobs; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Rugeley is seeking a Cleaner to maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation. The role requires adherence to COSHH standards and effective teamwork. Preferred candidates will have previous cleaning experience and a commitment to safeguarding children. This is a permanent position offering 12.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is preferred.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Ensure standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation are maintained.
• Clean assigned areas to the frequency and standard set out.
• Perform vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, etc.

Skills

Diligence

Efficiency

Professionalism

Teamwork

Job description

Cleaner - The John Bamford Primary School

Grade 1, £24,413 Pro‑rate

Actual Salary: £7,857

Hours: 12.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent (Term time only, plus 5 inset days and 20 days during school holidays)

Start Date: ASAP

We currently have two vacancies for the position of Cleaner. Your role will be to ensure standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation are maintained within our school. You will need to be diligent, efficient and professional, and work effectively as part of the cleaning team under the direction of the Office Manager.

• Clean assigned areas to the frequency and standard set out.
• Perform vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, etc.
• Assist with cleaning other areas as required.
• Adhere to COSHH and use of machinery and equipment.
• Maintain efficient and reliable working practices.

Key Requirements

• Conditional appointment subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people; all staff and volunteers must share this commitment.
• Provide two suitable references.
• Pass all pre‑employment checks, including an online search of short‑listed candidates.
• Previous cleaning experience is preferred.

Closing date: 4th November 2025, Interview date: 13th November 2025.

For more information and an application, please see the vacancies page on our school website.

Please return completed application forms to [e-mail].