School Cleaner

Civic Recruitment Limited; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a school cleaning role on a 1-month contract with a local authority. You will provide high-quality cleaning across classrooms, communal areas, offices and washrooms, ensuring a clean, safe and hygienic environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Enhanced DBS clearance is required; you will not be processed further without one. Candidates should be reliable, punctual and able to work independently, with knowledge of COSHH regulations and experience

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience in schools, offices, commercial buildings or public environments.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Understanding of cleaning and hygiene standards.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach.
• Ability to undertake physical cleaning duties.
• Previous experience working within a school environment.
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
• Experience using commercial cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning duties across the academy premises.
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste appropriately.
• Undertake litter picking around the site as required.
• Vacuum carpets and floor coverings.
• Sweep, mop and maintain hard floor surfaces.
• Dust and wipe desks, furniture, fixtures and fittings.
• Clean and sanitise high-touch surfaces.
• Clean and maintain washrooms, toilets and handwashing facilities.
• Replenish consumables such as soap, toilet rolls and paper towels where required.
• Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed to agreed standards and schedules.
• Safely use cleaning equipment, materials and chemicals.
• Report maintenance issues, defects or health and safety concerns.
• Follow COSHH, health and safety and site procedures at all times.
• Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach.

Skills

Independent worker

Cleanliness standards

COSHH knowledge

Punctual & reliable

School environment experience

Manual cleaning duties

Health & safety awareness

Experience with cleaning equipment

Tools

Commercial cleaning equipment

Job description

Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom | Posted on 16/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.  That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

1 Month Contract With A local Authority

Enhanced DBS clearance Needed, you will not processed further without one

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality cleaning services within a school environment, ensuring all areas are maintained to a clean, safe and hygienic standard for pupils, staff and visitors.

The postholder will carry out a range of cleaning duties across classrooms, communal areas, offices and washroom facilities, contributing to a safe and welcoming learning environment whilst adhering to health and safety and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning duties across the academy premises.
  
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste appropriately.
  
• Undertake litter picking around the site as required.
  
• Vacuum carpets and floor coverings.
  
• Sweep, mop and maintain hard floor surfaces.
  
• Dust and wipe desks, furniture, fixtures and fittings.
  
• Clean and sanitise high-touch surfaces.
  
• Clean and maintain washrooms, toilets and handwashing facilities.
  
• Replenish consumables such as soap, toilet rolls and paper towels where required.
  
• Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed to agreed standards and schedules.
  
• Safely use cleaning equipment, materials and chemicals.
  
• Report maintenance issues, defects or health and safety concerns.
  
• Follow COSHH, health and safety and site procedures at all times.
  
• Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach.
  

Requirements

• Previous cleaning experience within schools, offices, commercial buildings or public environments.
  
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
  
• Understanding of cleaning and hygiene standards.
  
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach.
  
• Ability to undertake physical cleaning duties.
  
• Previous experience working within a school environment.
  
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
  
• Experience using commercial cleaning equipment.