- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 288 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School website
Cover Cleaning Operative
More than one location, Samphire Star Education Trust15 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
14 November 2025 at 9am
Date listed
30 October 2025
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Kent Scheme A £24,513 FTE
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Cover Cleaning Operative to join our team at Samphire Star Education Trust. This job will involve working across all schools in the Trust (Astor Secondary School, Barton Junior School, Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School and White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School).
The role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness across classrooms, corridors, toilets, and communal areas.
Key Responsibilities:
- General cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and sanitising surfaces
- Ensuring all areas are clean, safe, and ready for the next school day
- Reporting any maintenance or safety issues
Requirements:
- Previous cleaning experience preferred but not essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A commitment to health and safety and safeguarding standards
Please note, as this is a cover role, the hours per week are subject to change. The expected hours are between 10 and 15 per week.
What the school offers its staff
Samphire Star Education Trust is a family of schools which serve the south of Kent community and beyond. It comprises Astor Secondary School, Barton Junior School, Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School, White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School. We have a well-established reputation for offering our pupils a safe and caring environment in which they can be happy and thrive as they learn. Ideas and opportunities are explored with enthusiasm through a broad and balanced curriculum throughout the Trust. All young people in our community, from the youngest to the oldest, are encouraged and supported to be the very best versions of themselves possible.
Trustees prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our staff and students. At all levels, individuals have the opportunity to extend their interests and develop their talents through collaboration and celebration within strong and imaginative teams.
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
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Legislation.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About the schools
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- hr@samphirestar.com
Samphire Star Education Trust is a family of schools which serve the south of Kent community and beyond. We are Astor Secondary School, Barton Junior School, Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School, White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of all our staff and students. At all levels, individuals have the opportunity to extend their interests and develop their talents through collaboration and celebration within strong and imaginative teams.
Our staff describe our culture as welcome, supportive, inclusive, friendly, caring, hardworking and committed.
All people in our community, from the youngest to the oldest, are encouraged and supported to be the very best versions of themselves possible.
We have a well-established reputation for offering our pupils a safe and caring environment in which they can be happy and thrive as they learn. Ideas and opportunities are explored with enthusiasm through a broad and balanced curriculum throughout the Trust.
School Details
White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School
Barton Junior School
- School type
- Academy, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 216 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Barton Junior School website
Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 156 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 7
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School website
Astor Secondary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 770 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Astor Secondary School website
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