Cleaning Assistant

Beckbury Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 9DQ

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  29 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  15 June 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: £12.85 - £12.85 Hourly NJC Grade 1, Point 3

Cleaning Assistant job summary

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is pleased to invite applications for the post of Cleaning Assistant at Beckbury Church of England Primary School.

Required: ASAP

Salary: NJC Grade 1 SCP 3 (£12.85 per hour)

Contract type/term: Permanent

Working hours: Monday to Friday 3.00pm - 6.00pm (15 hours per week) Term Time plus 3 weeks

We are looking to appoint a reliable and conscientious School Cleaner to join our friendly team at Beckbury CE Primary School.

This is a regular, term-time (plus 3 weeks) role with consistent hours, ideal for someone who enjoys working independently and takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for children and staff.

Key responsibilities include:

Carrying out daily cleaning duties across the school

Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene

Following health, safety and hygiene procedures

Reporting any concerns relating to the premises

About you

We are looking for someone who:

Is dependable, organised and trustworthy

Has an awareness of health, safety and hygiene procedures

Has previous cleaning experience (desirable, but not essential)

Is comfortable working independently

Is able to act as a responsible key holder if required

Full induction and training will be provided, and ongoing support will be available.

What we can offer:

A permanent role with guaranteed hours

A friendly and supportive school environment

Induction and access to appropriate training

A role that fits well around other commitments

For more information please contact: Mrs Rebecca Dyke, Schools’ Business Manager 01746 763455

Applicants are encouraged to arrange a visit to the school. =

References will be taken up prior to interview.

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working at the Trust or within its schools to share this commitment.

The Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an Enhanced Disclosure, including a Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

The successful applicant will be required to complete a confidential medical questionnaire. The Trust may carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which we may wish to explore with you at interview.

Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

About Beckbury Church of England Primary School and Nursery

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: Up to 56 pupils
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Beckbury Church of England Primary School and Nursery website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/beckbury-church-of-england-primary-school-and-nursery

Beckbury CE Primary School is a small, rural primary school which is part of Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust, a thriving trust formed of eight Church of England primary schools. There are 51 pupils on roll at the school. Beckbury School was judged 'Good' in its last Ofsted inspection, noted for its strong curriculum, well-developed maths and reading skills, effective SEND support, good pupil behaviour, and positive parent feedback.

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