Cleaner
Castor CofE Primary School, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE5 7AY25 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
13 April 2026 at 9am
Date listed
19 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 15 hours a week. Hours to be confirmed.
Contract type
- Permanent
Hourly rate
- £12.85
What skills and experience we're looking for
What We Are Looking For
- Reliability: Punctual and committed to high standards of cleanliness.
- Team Player: Ability to work well both independently and as part of a small team.
- Experience: Previous commercial or school cleaning experience is preferred but not essential, as full training is provided.
- Safeguarding: A commitment to the safety and welfare of children. A valid Enhanced DBS check is required (we can assist with the application).
What the school offers its staff
STAFF WELLBEING CHARTER
At Castor C of E Primary School, we believe that our staff’s wellbeing comes first: happy staff means a happy learning environment for all.
Below is a list of some of the small things, which we believe contribute to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and show recognition that their efforts and work are always valued:
Teachers’ PPA time can be taken at home – we believe this gives our teachers the time, space and freedom to have opportunities for family time and to do all those things that can’t be done in a working day.
Open Door – Senior leaders’ doors are always open for advice and to discuss any matters. Manageable Marking – we believe that teachers should use their time on creating fantastic lessons to meet the needs of their pupils rather than time spent marking.
Free Refreshments – school pays for all tea/coffee/milk for staff.
Staff Meetings – our staff meetings are used purposefully supportive CPD and essential tasks.
End of Term Breakfast – at the end of each term breakfast is provided for our staff to enjoy. Duties – responsibility for duties is shared equally, as much as possible, to limit additional staff workload.
Social Gatherings – optional meetups are encouraged for staff to relax, unwind and celebrate.
Communication – WhatsApp, Google Calendar and email are used to try to keep everyone as up-to-date as possible with news and events. Staff can opt in and out of these notifications whenever they please, with no expectation of out of hours responses. Deadlines are carefully considered and well publicised.
Duvet Days – we offer all of our staff the opportunity to have a whole school day off per year, no questions asked!
Residential Reward – in recognition of the free time given up attending residential trips we reward each member of staff with a day off.
Mental Health First Aider – it is incredibly important to us that staff know that there is always someone available for them to talk to.
Buddy – new staff have a colleague who can offer support when needed.
Further information about the job
Location: Castor Church of England Primary School
Hours: 15 hours per week (Permanent, Part-Time)
Shift Pattern: To be discussed
Contract: Term Time Only + additional holiday hours if required
Salary: Grade 3 Point 3 - £12.85p.h
The Role
We are looking for a reliable and hardworking individual to join our friendly team. You will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our pupils and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- General Cleaning: Thoroughly cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices, and communal areas.
- Floor Care: Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing hard and soft surfaces.
- Sanitation: Cleaning and disinfecting toilets, sinks, and frequently touched surfaces like door handles.
- Waste Management: Emptying bins and disposing of waste according to school procedures.
- Stock Control: Monitoring and replenishing supplies such as soap and paper towels.
- Safety: Reporting any maintenance issues or hazards to the site team.
Commitment to safeguarding
Castor C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and all posts are subject to satisfactory references and Enhanced DBS checks. Posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and do require a criminal records check. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Castor CofE Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 182 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Castor CofE Primary School website
- Email address
- finance@castor.peterborough.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01733 380280
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our friendly team at Castor and contribute to the academic growth and holistic development of the children in our school.
Castor Church of England Primary School is set in a beautiful village just four miles from Peterborough with excellent road links to the surrounding area. It is a place where every member of the team is highly valued and where the right candidate can make a difference to the lives of our children within a supportive caring environment.
Arranging a visit to Castor CofE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email finance@castor.peterborough.sch.uk.
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