School Cleaner
About This Role
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Job Title: School Cleaner
Location: Crookhey Hall, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0HA
Hours: 16 per week | Monday to Friday
Rota: Monday to Thursday 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Friday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Salary: £9,455.20 per annum (£13.25 per hour, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: May 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
We are looking for a dependable and proactive School Cleaner to maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment for our students, staff, and visitors. Your contributions will be essential in upholding a hygienic atmosphere conducive to learning. This behind-the-scenes position is crucial for the effective operation of our school, and your meticulous attention to detail will have a positive impact every day.
As a School Cleaner, you will collaborate with the Site Manager and the broader school team to perform routine cleaning tasks, respond to immediate requests, and ensure all areas of the school adhere to our stringent cleanliness and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and clean classrooms, hallways, offices, restrooms, and shared areas.
- Complete additional or special cleaning duties as needed.
- Adapt your work schedule around the school timetable, accommodating events and activities.
- Handle and store cleaning materials safely in accordance with COSHH regulations.
- Keep track of cleaning supplies and notify when stocks need replenishing.
- Promptly identify and report any maintenance or safety issues.
- Uphold the school's safeguarding standards through vigilance and safe practices.
Who We’re Looking For
- Previous cleaning experience, preferably in a school or similar setting.
- Familiarity with COSHH guidelines and safe cleaning methods.
- Capability to work independently and take initiative.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high standards.
- Punctual, reliable, and professional demeanor at all times.
- A positive attitude with a focus on teamwork.
- Dedication to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
About Us
Crookhey Hall School is a Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) institution catering to boys and girls aged 10 to 17 years. We aim to provide our young learners with an educational experience that not only enhances their academic and vocational skills but also promotes personal growth and self-esteem. Our goal is to empower each individual to reach their full potential, equipping them to make positive contributions to society in the future.
Situated on a 15-acre campus in the countryside south of Cockerham, near Lancaster, it is advantageous for candidates to hold a driving licence due to the location.
Our mission is to provide the necessary support to unlock each pupil's potential, enabling them to lead fulfilling and productive lives. We strive to offer as much freedom as possible within a safe, supervised environment, made possible by our dedicated team of professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.
Acorn Education provides fulfilling careers and meaningful challenges while making a significant impact in the lives of young people. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we implement innovative, evidence-based strategies that support measurable progress and lasting change.
We take pride in announcing that in 2025, Outcomes First Group was officially recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth consecutive year.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the core of everything we do, ensuring that each day brings the fulfillment of making a real impact. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and young individuals. All applicants will undergo social media checks, and successful candidates must complete a fully enhanced DBS check.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options for increased contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health assessments
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- Access to hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment assistance
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of suitable applications is received.
Outcomes First Group is committed to conducting a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in alignment with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we strive to keep applicants informed throughout the process, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other related costs incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and adherence to statutory requirements, which may influence timelines.