School Cleaner

CATS Global Schools Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work Scheme

Free flu vaccine through Healthshield

Free eye tests

Financial wellbeing support via WageSt

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Job summary

The Worthgate School, part of CATS Global Schools, is seeking a Cleaning Operative on a fixed-term contract through August 2027. The role covers cleaning duties across several school buildings and residences, with a 07:00–16:00 Monday–Friday schedule, reporting to the Cleaning Supervisor within the Operations Team.

Successful candidates will support a safe, hygienic environment for students, staff and visitors, performing tasks independently or in small teams as required, including occasional

Qualifications

• Ability to perform cleaning tasks across buildings.
• Ability to work to a schedule and maintain cleanliness to high standards.
• Good communication and responsiveness to supervisor directions.

Responsibilities

• Clean teaching buildings and boarding residences.
• Dust, wipe, mop, vacuum, clean restrooms and kitchens.
• Check and report any cleanliness/health and safety issues to line manager.
• Work independently or in small teams to complete tasks.
• Undertake additional duties during the Summer School period.
• Occasional duties in the canteen.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Health and safety awareness

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

The Worthgate School offers an outstanding international pre-university educational experience to students aged 13+ from all over the world. Students study for GCSEs, A levels and University Foundation Programmes, and preparing for admission to universities across the country and elsewhere. We pride ourselves on our approach to teaching and learning, with small class sizes and an informal atmosphere ensuring that students are treated as individuals and build great relationships with staff.

JOB OVERVIEW

Fixed Term Contract (FTC) until end of August 2027

We take great pride in our appearance, and the cleaning team play a crucial part in this ensuring a professional, clean, and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors. As a Cleaning Operative, you will be required to carry out a variety of cleaning duties across the Worthgate School and School of English buildings, boarding residences, and grounds on a day-to-day basis; ensuring consistently high levels of cleanliness and hygiene at all times. This role will report directly into the Cleaning Supervisor working within the Cleaning Team, however you will play a vital part in the overall Operations Team of the school which is made up of three departments; Cleaning, Catering and Maintenance.

This role will require you to work Monday to Friday 0700 - 1600.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Cleaning and upkeep of school teaching buildings and boarding house residences. Cleaning tasks includes, but is not limited to: dusting surfaces, wiping door handles, mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, cleaning restrooms, showers & residence communal kitchens, emptying bins, and replenishing consumables.

Daily cleaning of College and School of English buildings

Weekly cleaning of individual houses Check toilets and communal areas are clean and tidy at regular intervals.

Keep outside areas free of rubbish.

Report any cleanliness/health and safety/repair issues to line manager promptly

Deal with all customers (students, staff, external) with courtesy and promptness at all times

Use equipment, machinery and cleaning materials effectively, efficiently and in accordance with safe working practices to carry out your duties

Work independently, or in small teams as/when required, to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner

Undertake additional duties during the Summer School period

Occasional duties in the canteen

Any other duties required by line manager or Operations Manager

This list of duties is not exhaustive but covers the key aspects of the role

BENEFITS

• Cycle to work Scheme
• Free flu vaccine through Healthshield
• Free eye tests
• Financial wellbeing support via WageStream
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

ABOUT CATS GLOBAL SCHOOLS (CGS)

CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers. With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China.

Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.

We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY

We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values – Pioneering, Persevering, People – We pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools and employer of choice for all.

SAFEGUARDING

CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

PERSON SPECIFICATIONAble to work on your own initiative.Able to follow instructions and adhere to processesA proactive, pragmatic approach to problems and challenges.Strong attention to detail and commitment to qualityA desire to make a difference to people.Good communication skills (English level B1 minimum) and teamwork attitudeFlexible and adaptable.Energetic and enthusiasticReliable and punctualThe role may involve standing/walking for extended periods and lifting items. Reasonable adjustments will be made for candidates with disabilities.Health and Safety (including COSHH) awareness and knowledge is desirable, although training will be provided.