Cleaner

Start Date: 01 September 2026

Cleaner (Fixed-Term Contract)
Hours: 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 3.30pm–5.30pm during term time, plus an additional 10 hours during the summer holidays for the annual deep clean, which could be done over 2 consecutive days if preferred.

Contract: 1 year Fixed-Term, (39 weeks per year)
Salary: £13.26 an hour Grade 4, SCP 5

We are looking to appoint a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to join our team on a 1 year fixed-term contract  - End Date: 31st  August 2027 due to Budgetary Funding 

The successful candidate will help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. Working after the school day has finished, you will play an important role in ensuring our facilities are maintained to a high standard. The usual working hours are 3.30pm–5.30pm; however, for the right candidate, alternative hours may be considered by agreement.

Key Responsibilities
•    Cleaning classrooms, offices, corridors and communal areas
•    Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors
•    Cleaning toilet facilities and replenishing consumables
•    Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately
•    Dusting and wiping surfaces
•    Ensuring cleaning equipment is used safely and stored correctly
•    Following all health and safety procedures

The Successful Candidate Will:
•    Be reliable, trustworthy and punctual
•    Take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
•    Be able to work independently and as part of a team
•    Have good attention to detail
•    Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential

We Offer:
•    A friendly and supportive working environment
•    Appropriate training and induction
•    The opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of our school community

For an Application form please contact Lisa Griffiths in our school office: [email protected] or are available to download on our school website: https://www.wreay.cumbria.sch.uk/about-us/vacancies.html 

The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Completed application forms should be returned via email or posted, marked for the attention of the Headteacher– [email protected]. 

Closing Date: 17th August 2026
Interview Date: 21st August 2026