Cleaner
Durham Sixth Form Centre
Durham, County
- £10.79 per hour
- Expired
- Salary:
- Grade 1 SCP 3, £10.79 per hour
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Monday 6th November 2023
- Apply by:
- 12 October 2023
Job overview
This is an exciting time to join Durham Sixth Form Centre; we are an oversubscribed post-16 institution; our results are significantly above National Averages; we are expanding our premises; we have gained external recognition and national awards for our work.
We know that the very best way to continue to provide outstanding education is to ensure our teaching staff and support staff are outstanding. With this in mind we wish to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and motivated cleaner to carry out cleaning duties to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the school in support of teaching and learning in the organisation.
Hours of work available:
- 10 hours per week (06.30 - 08.30am) or
- 12.5 hours per week (3.00pm - 5.30pm) or
- 10 hours per week (3.30pm - 5.30pm)
The Application Pack is available on our website https://www.durhamsixthformcentre.org.uk/vacancies/
Applicants should submit the following information on, or before the closing date:
- A completed Application Form using the GoogleForm using this link.
- A supporting Letter of Application of a maximum of two sides of A4, which should include the following titles and response to them:
- Details of the outcomes of students you have taught (e.g. value added, attainment, progression).
- Details of the strengths that you would bring to the post (with reference to the person specification).
- An answer to the question: How would you best describe your behaviour traits?
- An answer to the question: What extra would you bring to the role if appointed?
Note: The supporting Letter of Application should be uploaded in the relevant section on the GoogleForm.
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About Durham Sixth Form Centre
- Durham Sixth Form Centre
- Providence Row, The Sands, Durham City
- County Durham
- DH1 1SG
- United Kingdom
About Durham Sixth Form Centre & Providence Learning Partnership
Durham Sixth Form Centre (DSFC) is a high-performing, "Outstanding" post-16 provider located in the heart of Durham City. As the lead institution of the Providence Learning Partnership, we are defined by a commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and the personal growth of every student.
We operate as a unique "mini-university," welcoming approximately 1,800 students from over 60 secondary schools across the North East. Our campus is a distinctive blend of tradition and modernity, featuring our original 1913 building alongside state-of-the-art facilities, including a specialist science wing, a 200-seat theatre, a professional Art Gallery, and a cutting-edge Digital Media Centre.
Our Vision: Transforming Lives through Education
The Providence Learning Partnership was established with a clear mission: to transform lives by prioritising excellence in teaching and celebrating the uniqueness of every learner. While our roots are in the sustained success of Durham Sixth Form Centre, we are currently in an era of significant growth.
In collaboration with the Department for Education and Durham University, we are proud to be establishing the Durham Mathematics School—a specialist city-centre provider for elite A level mathematicians, scientists, and computer scientists.
Academic Excellence & National Standing
Our results consistently place us among the premier post-16 providers in the United Kingdom. In 2025:
- Applied General Qualifications: Our attainment is ranked in the top 2% nationally, with 93% of students achieving Distinction* or Distinction grades.
- A Levels: Our A* and A*-B grades continue to exceed national averages, resulting in exceptional value-added scores that empower our students to progress to the UK's most competitive universities and careers.
A Culture of High Expectations
At the core of our school are four values that guide our daily interactions and long-term strategy:
- Inspirational Teaching: A commitment to high-quality, engaging pedagogy.
- Comprehensive Support: Excellent care, guidance, and pastoral support for the "whole person."
- Integrity: Maintaining the highest personal and professional standards.
- Ambition: Fostering a culture of progress for our students, our staff, and our wider community.
Excellence in Leadership and Development
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom. We are proud to hold Investors in People Platinum status and were named Employer of the Year 2025. These accolades, alongside our CPD Mark accreditation, reflect a culture where staff and students alike are supported to flourish in an environment of personal excellence.
As noted in our most recent Ofsted inspection, Durham Sixth Form Centre remains a place where ambition is nurtured and where students are prepared not just for exams, but for life as lifelong learners.
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