Casual Cleaner

Role Overview

As a Cleaner, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of our schools, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will work as part of a supportive team to uphold the high standards of the Academy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard, including classrooms, offices, corridors, and restrooms.
• Perform routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and waste disposal.
• Replenish consumable items (e.g., soap, toilet paper) as needed.
• Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate personnel.
• Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and effectively.
• Follow established health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, reliable and takes pride in their work. Previous experience in a cleaning role is preferred but not essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean and orderly school environment.

About the Trust

Formed in 2017 from Rochdale Sixth Form College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, Altus Education Partnership aims to enhance education in the Rochdale borough. The Trust currently comprises four academies:

• Rochdale Sixth Form College (RSFC): Opened in 2010 to address significant underachievement in A Level performance in the borough, RSFC has dramatically raised achievement and is recognised nationally as a centre of excellence. The college is Ofsted Outstanding, Sixth Form College of the Year 2021, and one of the highest-performing colleges in the country according to DfE performance tables and national achievement rate tables.
• Edgar Wood Academy: A secondary school opened in 2021 under Wave 13 of the free schools programme, Edgar Wood Academy has established a strong reputation in the local community and is significantly over-subscribed for 2023–24.
• Kingsway Park High School: An Ofsted-rated Good school with a strong track record of providing excellent education, Kingsway Park High School recently benefitted from a new teaching block that opened at the end of 2023.
• Bamford Academy: An Ofsted-rated Good school known for providing a caring and nurturing environment, Bamford Academy is a popular first choice for many parents and young people in the local community.

What We Have to Offer:

• Teams: You will have the opportunity to work across supportive and friendly teams, giving our staff opportunities to experience new areas and develop their skills.
• Travel & Accessibility: We are located and easily accessible to nearby transport links to make it easier to travel via metro link, bus and train. We also offer free parking for those who have their own transport.
• Employee Assistance Programme: We have an employee assistance programme where you can get free and confidential support for your mental health 24 hours per day.
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme: You have the option to participate in our cycle-to-work scheme where you can loan bikes and cycling equipment tax-free.
• Electric Car Scheme: You can save up to 40% on a brand-new electric vehicle.

For more information, visit www.altusep.com or contact recruitment@altusep.com.

To apply, please complete the Altus Education Partnership application form and email to recruitment@altusep.com.

Closing date: 12.00pm on 11th December 2024.

Interview date: w/c 16th December 2024.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS and background check.

Please note if you are shortlisted for an interview, we are required to contact at least one reference.