Janitor

St Mary's Catholic Academy, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8BW

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  October 2026

• Closing date

  18 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  7 September 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: £25,614.00 Annually (FTE)

Janitor job summary

Are you ready for an exciting role in a supportive and forward-thinking school community?

We are looking for a Janitor to join St Mary’s Catholic Academy, Leek, part of St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust.

Situated in the picturesque and historic town of Leek, our school is at the heart of a welcoming and vibrant community. With a strong Catholic ethos at the centre of everything we do, we are committed to creating a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can thrive and every member of staff is valued.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our dedicated school team and contribute to the smooth running, care and maintenance of our school environment.

About the Role:

As our Janitor, you will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. You will help ensure the smooth daily running of the school and contribute to the warm, caring atmosphere that makes our community special. This is a term-time position, working 10 hours per week (2 hours per day, 1 hour in the morning, 1 in the afternoon), working pattern as agreed with the Principal. with flexibility in working hours required.

Main Responsibilities:

• Carrying out daily cleaning duties in classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, and communal areas
• Performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks as required
• Ensuring the school is clean, safe, and secure at all times
• Opening and locking up the school premises
• Monitoring stock levels of cleaning materials and reporting when supplies are low
• Reporting any health and safety issues, hazards, or necessary repairs
• Assisting with setting up for school events, furniture moves, or deliveries

We are looking for a Janitor who is:

• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
• Friendly and approachable, with a positive attitude
• Committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• Proactive and able to work independently
• A team player who supports the school community

What We Can Offer:
We provide a supportive and friendly working environment where you will be a valued member of our close-knit school community. You will have opportunities for training and professional development, enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, and work in a safe and welcoming workplace.

Apply Today:
Be part of a school community where every role matters and help make a difference in the lives of our pupils.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 18th September 2026

Informal enquiries and further details can be obtained from Mrs M Kelsey, HR Manager via email mkelsey@sgacmat.co.uk

For further information about St Mary's Catholic Primary School, please visit the school website, https://www.st-marys-leek.staffs.sch.uk/

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

St Mary's Catholic Academy is proud to be part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust. A company limited by guarantee registered in England & Wales with company number 08146661. Registered Office Address: Station Road, Cheadle, Staffordshire ST10 1LH. Telephone: 01538 493777

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 St Mary's Catholic Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 179 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Mary's Catholic Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-mary-s-catholic-academy

St Mary’s Catholic Academy in Leek is located in the stunning countryside of the Staffordshire Moorlands. It has 185 students on roll and is one of 13 primary schools working within The Painsley Catholic Academy (the largest Catholic multi-academy company in the diocese of Birmingham). The school has a very positive ethos where staff, pupils, parents, Directors and parish work well together.

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