Cleaner (Ratton School – South Downs Learning Trust)
Locations Eastbourne, East Sussex County Council
Working Hours12.5 – 15
Salary £25,614 Pro rata
Working Pattern Part Time – term time
Contract Type Permanent Contract
Closing Date: 12/10/2026
Hours of work: 12.5 and 15 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
We are looking for two reliable, hardworking and conscientious Cleaners to join our school team and help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors.
The successful candidates will be responsible for providing an efficient and high-quality cleaning service across the school. This will include cleaning classrooms, practical rooms, offices, corridors, toilets and staircases, as well as operating cleaning equipment, using cleaning materials safely and removing waste as required.
You will take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and will be expected to work both independently and as part of a team. You will need to be organised, methodical and flexible, with a willingness to clean any area of the school as required. Reliability, punctuality, discretion and a strong sense of personal responsibility are essential.
As this role is based in a school, safeguarding is a key responsibility. The successful candidate will be committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, maintaining confidentiality and following all school safeguarding procedures. You will be expected to attend relevant safeguarding training and remain familiar with your responsibilities under Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
Previous cleaning experience, particularly within a school or similar working environment, would be desirable but is not essential. An understanding of health and safety, cleaning equipment and materials, equality, diversity and inclusion is also beneficial.
This is an important role within the school community, contributing to a clean, safe and positive environment in which students can learn and staff can work effectively.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Grade: LPS SS Grade 3, pt 7, £25,614 fte, £13.28 per hour
Hours & Actual salary:1 x post 12.5 hours per week – 3.30pm-6.00pm (Monday to Friday)£8,510.16 gross per annum, £709.18 gross per month
1 x post 15 hours per week – 3.15pm-6.15pm (Monday to Friday)£10,212.19 gross per annum, £851.01 gross per month Contract: Permanent, term time only, 27 days holiday deep clean spread over the year & holiday pay entitlement.
Apply to: www.ratton.co.uk/work-with-us/vacancies/
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