Cleaner

Rockingham Primary School is now recruiting for a part time cleaner. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

Rockingham Primary School is looking to employ a dedicated and hardworking cleaner to join our existing team.

We are looking for a friendly and competent individual, preferably with some experience of cleaning in schools, hospitals or commercial premises. The successful candidate will be required to follow and adhere to a cleaning schedule to ensure that the premises are cleaned and tidied to the highest standard and to create a pleasant environment for both staff and pupils in the school. You will need the ability to work with limited supervision, be physically fit as the job will involve some lifting and carrying and have an awareness to all Health & Safety policies and procedures. A list of duties is listed below:

• To carry out daily cleaning in allocated areas as directed by the Site Supervisor or 
• Assistant Headteacher
•  To keep designated area clean and safe for pupils
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• To vacuum all carpeted areas and to wash or mop the floors of the cloakrooms and toilets in designated areas.
• To sweep and mop spillages in corridors and social areas.
• Remove litter from entrance areas, including mat wells as necessary.
• To undertake regular cleaning of toilets, including dealing with minor acts of vandalism.
• To undertake the daily stocking of toilets with soap, towels and paper, within areas of 
• responsibility.
• To clean telephones, computers, printers and associated equipment on a routine basis.
• To clean whiteboards and noticeboards, if requested.
• To ensure windows are closed and heaters turned off in classrooms
• To be aware of their responsibilities for Health & Safety of themselves and others.
• To ensure that all tasks are undertaken comply with the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act and COSSH Regulations.
• To undertake a 10 hour deep clean of your allocated area during the summer holidays.

About our Academy

In our March 2022 Ofsted, they commented that “pupils are proud of their caring school." They commended the school on the positive relationships, which was summarised by one of our pupils in the report: "Teachers don’t put you down. They pick you up."

We are very proud that Ofsted also noted “pupils are happy and behave well. Classrooms are calm and pupils are keen to succeed.”

Our close-knit team work hard to ensure every child at Rockingham has the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential in all walks of life at school, beyond and in the future. We would love you to come and visit us and see our fantastic pupils first-hand. We look forward to welcoming you.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC01 £18,333 FTE/ pro-rata £4,332.73 per annum
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Rewards and Recognition scheme
• cycle to work scheme

Who we are looking for 

• Ability to communicate clearly, understand and follow instructions.
• Experience of undertaking general cleaning duties.
• Ability to carry out cleaning duties as detailed in the job description.
• Good knowledge of cleaning techniques, materials and chemicals.
• To be punctual and reliable.
• Ability to manage time effectively to complete tasks to a high level.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision or as part of a team.
• Be flexible, trustworthy, maintaining confidentiality at all times in respect of school related matters and to prevent disclosure of confidential and sensitive information.
• Aware of Health and Safety and Safeguarding as appropriate to the role.
• Take pride in a job well done, committed to achieving high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• This post will require an Enhanced DBS Clearance check.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country. Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our application form, please click on ‘apply here’. 

Should you require any further information before submitting an application please email office@rockinghamprimary.co.uk

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

Rockingham Primary School is committed to equality, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.