Cleaner
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Stockport, Cheshire, SK1 1EF6 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Week beginning 9th February or as soon as possible following this date.
Closing date
30 January 2026 at 11am
Date listed
16 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,413.00 - £24,413.00 Annually (FTE) Grade 1 scp. 2. Actual Salary: £5845 - £6974
Cleaner job summary
You will be required for 2 hours per day which must be worked outside of school hours (before 8.35am or after 3.15pm). Hours can be worked on a split shift basis. The role can be worked on either an all year round or term time only basis (38 weeks a year). Please specify which you prefer as part of your supporting statement in your application form.
The main duties of the role are:
Undertake duties connected with the cleanliness of the environment and school premises to maintain high standards in the internal and external appearance of school buildings.
To provide a flexible, seamless, customer focused cleaning service within schools.
The successful candidate will:
Establish a good rapport with all staff and students
As well as being professional, be friendly, patient and understanding towards the students
Be flexible, motivated and able to follow instructions and remain calm in difficult circumstances
Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations.
Be open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and of course have a good sense of humour.
Have strong moral and ethical principles and values.
We can offer the successful candidate:
An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents
Close links and group support from three other schools in this forward thinking Catholic multi-academy trust in this exciting time in our development
An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme which is one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of 18.5%
A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training.
A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:
o A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family
o A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members
o Flu vaccination clinics
o Eyecare Vouchers
Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit the school and meet with the Headteacher. Please contact Leanne Beattie on 0161 480 5029 or e-mail: Leanne.Beattie@stjosephsstockport.co.uk to make arrangements
If you would like to apply for the position, please complete the Application Form which can be found at 'Apply Now'. You will need to read the notes to applicants, privacy notice, job description and person specification and disclosure form.
If you would like to apply for the position,
Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation.
The Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references, satisfactory online/social media checks and appropriate overseas checks and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.
Applicants are advised that schools and colleges designated with a religious character in England and Wales are permitted by law to require certain posts to be filled by practising Catholics or individuals who hold a Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies. Where it is not a requirement of the role to be a practising Catholic, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.
It is not a requirement of this role to be a practising Catholic and therefore, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.
Please note CVs and agency referrals will not be accepted
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 102 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Welcome to St Joseph's Catholic Primary School. Our school is a special place which serves the children and families of central Stockport and its surrounding areas.
At St Joseph’s, our curriculum is designed to inspire a love of learning, nurture curiosity, and equip every child with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to thrive in an ever-changing world. Rooted in our school’s ethos and the National Curriculum, our broad and balanced curriculum ensures that all pupils develop academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and inclusive environment.
We believe that learning should be engaging, meaningful, and relevant to our children’s lives. Our curriculum is carefully sequenced to build knowledge and understanding over time, fostering deep learning and critical thinking. We encourage children to become confident, independent learners who take ownership of their progress and develop resilience in the face of challenges.
Through high-quality teaching, enrichment opportunities, and a focus on personal development, we aim to empower every child to achieve their full potential. Our curriculum celebrates diversity, promotes British values, and ensures that every child is prepared for the next stage of their education and their future role in society.
At the heart of our vision is the belief that every child matters. We are committed to providing a curriculum that is ambitious, inclusive, and designed to unlock the unique potential of each learner, inspiring them to be curious, creative, and compassionate citizens of the future.
Visitors are welcome and we are proud to show around any prospective families who would like to find out more about St Joseph's. Partnership between home and school is highly valued and we look forward to working together with our parents in ensuring the very best outcomes for our children.
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