School Cleaner

St Benedict's Catholic High School; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Whitehaven is seeking a reliable person for a part-time cleaning role, up to 17.5 hours per week, to ensure a clean and hygienic environment. The ideal candidate will work evenings and may need to work during school closures. Compliance with safeguarding measures is essential. Applications to be sent via the provided contact details.

Qualifications

• Experienced in cleaning work preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide a clean and hygienic environment.
• Work between 3:00 and 6:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a reliable and preferably experienced person to join our cleaning team to provide a clean and hygienic environment in Campus Whitehaven. You may be working in St Benedict’s School and/or Mayfield School.

Position and hours

Permanent part time post – up to 17.5 hours per week. SCP 4 fixed point £25,185 per annum pro rata (actual salary for 17.5 hours per week, £11,911 per annum). We are happy to accept applications from individuals who wish to work 10 and 7.5 hours per week. Hours of work will usually be between 3.00 and 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. This role may require you to work during school closure periods.

Safeguarding

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines. This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure.

How to apply

Please download further information and an application form from our website at: www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk

Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at [e-mail]

We are sorry that we are unable to accept CVs.

Closing date

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 17th October 2025. Interviews will be held shortly thereafter.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.