School Cleaner

Simply Education Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

40 hours per week

School holidays

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd. are recruiting on behalf of a brand-new specialist school opening in January 2027. We seek a dedicated School Cleaner to join ahead of the opening and help prepare a welcoming, safe environment for pupils aged 5–19 with ASD and SEMH.

The role is 40 hours per week, term-time only with school holidays off, offering stability and flexibility. Working hours can be early mornings or after 4:30pm, with a chance to contribute from day one.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, organised and flexible approach to work.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality within a school environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements and safe use of cleaning products.
• Good physical fitness and ability to carry out manual handling tasks safely.
• Previous cleaning experience in a school/education or special needs setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning classrooms, offices, toilets, corridors and communal areas to a high standard.
• Vacuuming, mopping and maintaining floor surfaces.
• Emptying bins and replenishing hygiene and janitorial supplies.
• Dusting, wiping and cleaning furniture, fixtures, fittings and surfaces.
• Completing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules and checklists.
• Using cleaning products and equipment safely in line with COSHH and health and safety guidance.
• Identifying and reporting defects, maintenance concerns or hazards to the school team.
• Maintaining a welcoming, safe and pleasant environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Confidentiality

Health & safety awareness

Tools

COSHH awareness

Cleaning equipment operation

Job description

School Cleaner - Brand-New Specialist School

Start Date: 1st December 2026

Hours: 40 hours per week | Term Time Only | Salary: £24.832.45 - £25,828.00 (DOE)

Working Hours: Negotiable - Early Mornings or After 4:30pm

Looking for a cleaning role that offers stability, flexibility and a great work-life balance?

Simply Education are recruiting on behalf of a brand-new specialist school opening its doors in January 2027, and we're looking for a dedicated School Cleaner to join the team ahead of the exciting opening.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a 40-hour-per-week, term-time-only position, giving you the benefit of regular working hours while enjoying the school holidays - perfect for someone looking for a role that fits around family life and other commitments.

There's flexibility too. Working hours are negotiable and can be arranged either in the early mornings or after 4:30pm, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who needs their working day to fit around their lifestyle.

Be Part of Something New

You’ll be joining a brand-new specialist school for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

With places for up to 96 pupils, the school will provide a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious environment where every young person is given the opportunity to thrive.

Starting in December means you'll be there before the pupils arrive, helping to prepare the school and make sure everything is clean, welcoming and ready for its first day in January.

The Role

As a School Cleaner, you'll play an important part in creating and maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Working across classrooms, offices, corridors, toilets and communal areas, you'll help maintain excellent standards of cleanliness while supporting the school's health, safety and hygiene requirements.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Cleaning classrooms, offices, toilets, corridors and communal areas to a high standard
• Vacuuming, mopping and maintaining hard and soft floor surfaces
• Emptying bins and replenishing hygiene and janitorial supplies
• Dusting, wiping and cleaning furniture, fixtures, fittings and surfaces throughout the school
• Completing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules and checklists
• Using cleaning products and equipment safely and in line with COSHH and health and safety guidance
• Identifying and reporting defects, maintenance concerns or potential hazards to the appropriate member of the school team
• Helping to ensure the school remains a welcoming, safe and pleasant environment for pupils, colleagues and visitors

About You

We're looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking and takes genuine pride in their work.

You don't necessarily need previous experience within a specialist school. What's most important is your attitude, attention to detail and commitment to creating an environment where children and young people can feel safe and comfortable.

Ideally, you will have:

• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
• The ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a team
• A reliable, organised and flexible approach to work
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality within a school environment
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements and the safe use of cleaning products, or a willingness to learn
• A good level of physical fitness and the ability to carry out manual handling tasks safely
• Previous cleaning experience within a school, education or special needs setting would be an advantage, but is not essential

A Role That Works Around You

We understand how important work-life balance is, which is why this opportunity offers some fantastic benefits:

• 40 hours per week
• Term-time only working
• School holidays away from work
• Negotiable working hours
• The option to work early mornings or after 4:30pm
• The opportunity to join a brand-new school from the very beginning
• A role where your work genuinely contributes to the wellbeing of children and young people

Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You

Simply Education are recruiting on behalf of the school and would love to speak with candidates interested in becoming part of this exciting new school community.