Term-Time School Cleaner (15h/wk) | Safe, Welcoming

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Holidays

Family-friendly policies

Discount schemes

Professional development

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Orchard Manor School Dawlish is seeking a part‑time Cleaner to join our friendly team. The role covers cleaning across classrooms, offices and shared spaces, with deep cleaning and timely replenishment of supplies.

You will follow all health and safety rules and support basic site security. The successful candidate will have pride in cleanliness, be reliable, flexible and able to work well in a team, with good interpersonal skills and the ability to follow procedures while maintaining

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience in a school or similar environment is desirable.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations would be an advantage.
• Understanding of confidentiality and professional conduct is important.

Responsibilities

• undertaking a set daily cleaning programme across the school.
• cleaning classrooms, offices, meeting rooms, facilities and shared areas.
• preparing and cleaning rooms for meetings.
• carrying out periodic deep-cleaning tasks (carpets, floors, windows, light fittings, walls, blinds and upholstery).
• operating cleaning equipment and machinery safely and appropriately.
• ensuring cloakrooms and facilities are stocked with soap, towels and other supplies; maintaining stocks of cleaning materials.
• reporting defects, concerns or security issues to the Site Supervisor or Line Manager; assisting with site security and alarm procedures.
• following Health and Safety and COSHH rules and procedures.

Skills

pride in cleanliness

reliable

flexible

interpersonal skills

safety procedures

Job description

Orchard Manor School Dawlish is seeking a part‑time Cleaner to join our friendly team. The role covers cleaning across classrooms, offices and shared spaces, with deep cleaning and timely replenishment of supplies.

You will follow all health and safety rules and support basic site security. The successful candidate will have pride in cleanliness, be reliable, flexible and able to work well in a team, with good interpersonal skills and the ability to follow procedures while maintaining