School Cleaner

Academics Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics Ltd are recruiting a reliable School Cleaner to join a friendly secondary school in Dartford. The role is part-time, term-time only, 3:00pm–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, with start ASAP and potential for ongoing work.

You will clean classrooms, corridors and facilities, maintain high standards of cleanliness, follow COSHH and health and safety procedures, and report maintenance or safety concerns to the Site Team. An Enhanced DBS (Update Service) is required or applicant must obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, preferably in school, office or commercial settings.
• Strong eye for detail and pride in high cleanliness standards.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willing to obtain one.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil safety.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas.
• Vacuuming, mopping, sweeping and dusting throughout the school.
• Emptying bins and replenishing consumables where required.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Following health and safety procedures and COSHH guidelines.
• Reporting any maintenance, cleaning or health and safety concerns to the Site Team.
• Working independently and as part of the wider cleaning team.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Attention to detail

Independence

Punctuality

Enhanced DBS

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

School Cleaner - Dartford

Location: Dartford, Kent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Contract: Temporary with potential for ongoing work

Working Pattern: Term-time only

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £14.24 per hour

Academics Ltd are currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking School Cleaner to join a friendly and welcoming secondary school in Dartford.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced cleaner looking for a part-time, term-time only role, working Monday to Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas.
• Vacuuming, mopping, sweeping and dusting throughout the school.
• Emptying bins and replenishing consumables where required.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Following health and safety procedures and COSHH guidelines.
• Reporting any maintenance, cleaning or health and safety concerns to the Site Team.
• Working independently and as part of the wider cleaning team.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous cleaning experience, ideally within a school, office or commercial environment.
• A strong eye for detail and pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• The ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• A reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service OR be willing to pay for and obtain a new Enhanced DBS.
• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a safe environment for pupils.

What's on Offer?

• Part-time hours: 3:00pm-6:00pm, Monday to Friday.
• Term-time only working.
• Competitive hourly rate of £14.24 per hour.
• September 2026 start.
• Opportunity for ongoing work.
• Support from the dedicated Academics Ltd team throughout your placement.
• The opportunity to contribute to a clean, safe and welcoming school environment. Please note: Applicants MUST already hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to pay for and obtain one.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy