School Cleaner (20 Hours Per Week)

About the role

EQUA Mead Learning Trust is recruiting a School Cleaner for Lavington School, a role of about 20 hours per week, 41 weeks per year, Monday to Friday between 15:00 and 19:00, starting on 1 December 2026. The cleaner works with the site and cleaning team to keep the school clean, safe and welcoming for pupils, staff and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, offices, corridors and toilet facilities, and replenish supplies so that all areas are kept to a high standard.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and use cleaning products in line with health and safety procedures.
• Monitor cleaning stock levels, keep storage areas tidy and report any issues to the Cleaning Supervisor.
• Support the effective running of the school and the learning and development of pupils.

Required profile

• Good understanding of cleaning practices, pride in work, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong reliability, organisation and flexibility, with a commitment to high standards and supporting colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, equality and the wider ethos of the school.
• The role involves contact with children and requires an Enhanced DBS check; references are requested before interview.

Applications must include a full employment history and at least two references, and cannot be submitted by CV. Early applications are encouraged.