Easterside - Cleaner

The Enquire Learning Trust; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 5,000 - 6,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Health Assured EAP

Cycle to Work Scheme

Development opportunities

Lifestyle savings

Job summary

The Enquire Learning Trust is seeking a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to join our school team in Middlesbrough. You will maintain a clean, safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors in classrooms, corridors and shared spaces.

Working hours are 12 hours per week under a term-time plus five days arrangement, with a start date in November 2026. Training will be provided if needed, and DBS checks are part of safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Ability to follow health and safety procedures.
• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Previous cleaning experience is desirable but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices and shared areas to a high standard.
• Ensure cleaning supplies are stored and used safely.
• Create a welcoming, hygienic environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Health and safety

Team player

Job description

Closing date for applications: 2 November 2026, 12.00pm

Interview Date: 5 November 2026

Reference Number: ELTOCT2612

Cleaner

ELTOCT2612

Working Hours: 12 hours per week

Working Weeks: TTO +5 days

Salary Scale Range: NJC Scale Point 3

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: 9 th November 2026

Location: Easterside Academy, Erith Grove, Easterside, Middlesbrough, TS4 3RG

About us

We are a welcoming and inclusive primary school located in Middlesbrough. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Our dedicated staff team works collaboratively to ensure high standards of education, care, and wellbeing for all pupils.

At Easterside Academy, we place great importance on creating a positive learning environment and take pride in our school community. We value respect, teamwork, and commitment, and we recognise the important role that every member of staff plays in the day-to-day life of the school.

About the role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to join our school team. The role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. Duties will include cleaning classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, and shared areas, as well as ensuring cleaning supplies are used and stored safely. The successful candidate will play an important part in supporting the smooth running of the school and creating a welcoming environment for learning.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Is dependable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Is able to follow health and safety procedures
• Can work effectively as part of a team
• Has previous cleaning experience (desirable but not essential, as training will be provided)

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential.

What we can offer

Membership of LGPS

Opportunities for development and progression

Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured

Cycle to Work Scheme

Lifestyle savings

Working arrangements

Term Time Only +5 days (Monday - Thursday 3:15pm-5:45pm, Friday 3:15pm-5:15pm)

For more information, please contact Mrs Irwin, Academy Business Manager on 01642 273006

Closing date and time

12 noon Monday 2 nd November 2026

Interview Date

5 th November 2026

DBS/Safeguarding Statement

The Enquire Learning Trust 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. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS