Cleaning Assistant - Severn Bridges MAT T/A Harlescott Junior School

Shropshire Council; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlescott Junior School is seeking a reliable Cleaning Assistant to join the site team. This permanent role is 12.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 3:00pm-5:30pm), term time plus 3 weeks (46.94 weeks per year). The post is subject to a DBS check and other safeguards as part of our safeguarding procedures.

The successful candidate will clean classrooms, corridors and toilets to a high standard and work as part of a team to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning is helpful but not essential; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning of classrooms, corridors, toilets and shared areas.
• Ensure all areas are cleaned to a high standard.
• Follow health and safety and hygiene procedures.
• Work as part of a team to support the smooth running of the school.
• Take pride in maintaining a pleasant environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Training provided

Job description

Appointment of A Cleaning Assistant

Grade 3 (£13.28)

Actual Annual Salary - £7,790.36

12.5 hours per week - Monday – Friday, 3:00pm- 5:30pm

Permanent

Term time plus 3 weeks (46.94 Weeks Per Year)

Required ASAP

(Subject to DBS clearance)

Harlescott Junior School is looking to appoint a reliable and friendly cleaning assistant to join our hardworking site team. We are proud of our welcoming school environment and are seeking people who take real pride in helping to keep our school clean, safe and well cared for.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out daily cleaning of classrooms, corridors, toilets and shared area
• Ensure all areas are cleaned to a high standard
• Follow health and safety and hygiene procedures
• Work as part of a team to support the smooth running of the school
• Take pride in maintaining a pleasant environment for pupils, staff and visitors

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Be friendly, approachable and able to work well as part of a team
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Take pride in their work and pay attention to detail
• Be reliable, trustworthy and punctual
• Experience of cleaning is helpful but not essential, as training will be provided

Harlescott Junior School is a welcoming and inclusive school, and we value the vital role our cleaning team plays in keeping our school environment in tip‑top condition.

The Severn Bridges Multi‑Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre‑employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. Should you be shortlisted, further information relating to criminal records, sanctions and disqualifications will be requested and discussed at interview.

Closing date: Monday 2nd November at 9am

Interviews: Monday 9th November