Cleaner
Stamshaw Junior School, Portsmouth, PO2 8QH6 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
3 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 12.50 hours per week 38 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £7,012.50
What skills and experience we're looking for
Function of the post:
Working as part of the Cleaning and site team you will have shared responsibility for high standards of cleanliness, with designated areas of responsibility, ensuring the school areas are kept clean, hygienic and safe to support a welcoming environment for staff, pupils and school’s community to enjoy. Principal Accountabilities:
1. Carry out a complete range of cleaning tasks, including collection and disposal of waste, in accordance with the work schedule and to prescribed standards and health and safety compliance. Areas to be cleaned include toilets, classrooms, corridors, offices, library, hall and other communal areas, including communal appliances such as dishwashers and fridges.
2. Clean and remove graffiti and body fluids as required using appropriate cleaning materials and in line with school procedures and health and safety regulations such as COSHH.
3. Move classroom tables, chairs and other moveable furniture as required to enable cleaning duties to be effectively carried out.
4. Ensure all windows are closed, doors closed and locked, and lights turned off in areas as cleaning tasks are completed.
5. To be part of the deep-clean team in the holiday periods, cleaning wider areas of the school.
6. Work in a safe manner, and use the appropriate cleaning materials, tools, protective clothing and equipment for the task, ensuring all electrical equipment is used and stored in line with manufacturing instructions and in line with the schools’ health and safety procedures.
7. Take responsibility to report any damaged or faulty equipment or fixtures to your line manager, Site Manager, or a member of the Senior Leadership Team, in their absence, on the same day and in line with school procedures.
8. In line with school procedures, monitor and report when cleaning supplies are low in stock and need replacement.
9. Attend on-going meetings and training within normal working pattern, on cleaning practice,
Health & Safety issues and use of equipment etc.
What the school offers its staff
Pension Membership
We offer valuable pension schemes to help secure your future:
- Teacher's Pension Scheme for teaching staff (https://www.teacherspensions.co.uk)
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for support staff (https://www.lgpsmember.org)
Pay
We are committed to fair and competitive pay.
- All posts are evaluated to ensure equal pay for work of equal value across our academies.
- Salaries are designed to be competitive, meeting the needs of each academy whilst ensuring equity across the Trust.
Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Schemes
We are committed to supporting you and your family every step of the way. Our family-friendly occupational leave policies will help you enjoy quality time with your new family.
Additional Benefits
In addition to family support, we offer several other benefits to help enhance your work-life balance and well-being.
Benefits Platform Assistance Programme
Offering support and discounts to help manage lifestyle and well-being.
Cycle-to-Work Scheme
Encouraging a sustainable and healthy commute.
Eye Care Vouchers
Helping to support your eye health and wellness(dependent on role).
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks
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)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Stamshaw Junior School
- School type
- Academy, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 282 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Stamshaw Junior School website
- Email address
- e.akmenkalns@chi.ac.uk
We are a values led school which underpins all that we do at Stamshaw Junior School in order to be kind, do our best and achieve together. We have high expectations of work & behaviour and we aim to foster a life-long love of learning in our pupils and equip them with skills and attributes which will allow them to flourish both in school and beyond.
Arranging a visit to Stamshaw Junior School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email e.akmenkalns@chi.ac.uk.
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