Kingsway Park High School
Turf Hill Road
Rochdale
OL16 4XA01706 716 761

Job Title: Cleaner
Required: ASAP
Contract: Permanent 20 hrs per week Term Time only plus 4 weeks

Hours of work: Monday Friday, split shifts 6am-8am & 3pm-5pm
Salary: Support staff salary scale points, 1 -3 (£24,413 - £24,796). Actual salary range for TTO + 4 weeks is £12,571 - £12,768

Role Overview:

As a Cleaner, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of our school, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will work as part of a supportive team to uphold the high standards of the Academy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard, including classrooms, offices, corridors, and restrooms.
  • Perform routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and waste disposal.
  • Replenish consumable items (e.g., soap, toilet paper) as needed.
  • Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate personnel.
  • Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and effectively.
  • Follow established health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Who We're Looking For:

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, reliable, and takes pride in their work. Previous experience in a cleaning role is preferred but not essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean and orderly school environment.

About Kingsway Park High School:

Kingsway Park High School was established in 2010 and joined the Altus Education Partnership in February 2022. We are a highly regarded and oversubscribed school with 1,350 students in years 7-11 and 190 staff members. Located in central Rochdale, we take pride in our high-quality facilities, resources, and supportive environment that enable both staff and students to thrive.

At Kingsway Park High School, we are committed to transforming students’ lives. We aim to foster resilience and intrinsic motivation in our students, preparing them to face tomorrow’s challenges with confidence. Our culture is rooted in achievement and progress, encouraging academic, personal, and social growth, while instilling values of equality, fairness, and openness.

What we have to offer:

  • Teams: You will have the opportunity to work across supportive and friendly teams, giving our staff opportunities to experience new areas and develop their skills.
  • Travel & Accessibility: We are located and easily accessible to nearby transport links to make is easier to travel via metro link, bus and train. We also offer free parking for those who have their own transport.
  • Employee Assistance Programme: We have an employee assistance programme where you can get free and confidential support for your mental health 24 hours per day.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme: You have the option to participate in our cycle to work scheme where you can loan bikes and cycling equipment tax free.
  • Electric Car Scheme: You can save up to 40% on a brand-new Electric Vehicle.

How to Apply:

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. In accordance with the recommendations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates. References will be requested if you are shortlisted for an interview


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Location

Turf Hill Road, , Rochdale, OL16 4XA, United Kingdom

Job ID

2068

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