Cleaning Operative

SchoolRecruiter; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Term-time work

Job summary

Oasis Academy Blakenhale Infants is seeking a reliable Cleaning Operative to join the facilities team in Birmingham. You will perform cleaning tasks such as polishing, dusting and sweeping, and assist with deep cleans as needed.

Training will be provided and the role requires good communication with caretaking staff and teaching colleagues. You will rotate between the infants and junior academies, work 12.5 hours weekly, and contribute to a safe, clean learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning tasks is preferred but training will be provided.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate with staff.
• Commitment to health and safety in cleaning duties.
• Willingness to be flexible and rotate between sites.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning tasks including polishing, dusting, washing and sweeping.
• Respect health and safety guidelines and maintain hygiene standards.
• Rotate between the infants and junior academies as required.

Skills

Cleaning products

Cleaning equipment

Polishing

Dusting

Washing

Sweeping

Communication

Flexibility

Equality awareness

Health and safety

Job description

* Cleaning OperativeNEWFast Apply# Cleaning OperativeEmployerLocation: Birmingham, West MidlandsContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: SCP 03 (£12.91 per hour)Posted: 25th September 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 11th October 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1576300Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent* Job ID: 1576300* Share :**Oasis Academy Blakenhale****Cleaner****Salary:** SCP 03 (equivalent to £12.91 per hour) plus Local Government Pension Scheme**Hours:**12.5 hours per week, 2.5 hours per day, 5 days per week,Hours typically: 3.15 pm - 5.45 pm Monday to FridayDeep clean twice a year, equivalent to 3 weeks hours (i.e. 37.5 hours per week) - February half term and one week of the summer holidays. This is paid as overtime in month following completion of deep clean.**Job/Person Summary**We are looking for friendly, reliable, efficient Cleaner to work as part of the cleaning team. Experience preferred but not essential as training will be given.**The successful applicant will:*** Have a basic knowledge/experience of using products and equipment used in cleaning* Have practical ability in polishing, dusting, cleaning, washing and sweeping.* Have proven ability to be able to converse positively with Caretaking/Facilities management and teaching staff* Be able to adopt a flexible approach to the post* Have a broad knowledge of Equal Opportunities* Have knowledge of Health and Safety in relation to cleaning and hygiene* Have previous experience of working in a team.* **Will be required to rotate between the infants and junior academies**Oasis Community Learning is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in and, as such, you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Blakenhale Infant is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy Blakenhale InfantsPart of### Oasis Community Learning