Cleaner- Part-Time

Greenfields Primary School & Nursery is now recruiting for a Part-time Cleaner 

This role could be your next career opportunity.

 If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

 We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.  From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

Greenfields Primary School is looking to employ a dedicated and hardworking cleaner to join our existing team.

We are looking for a friendly and competent individual with some experience of cleaning in schools, hospitals or commercial premises. The successful candidate will be required to follow and adhere to a cleaning schedule to ensure that the premises are cleaned and tidied to the highest standard and to create a pleasant environment for both staff and pupils in the school. You will need the ability to work with limited supervision, be physically fit as the job will involve some lifting and carrying and have an awareness to all Health & Safety policies and procedures.

The hours are 17.5 hours a week/ 3.5 hours a day Monday to Friday, term time only plus one week during the summer.

Start date: September 2022 pending notice period and the completion of pre-employment checks.

About our Academy

Greenfields Primary School & Nursery joined the David Ross Education Trust in November 2013 and in January 2020 they received a glowing “Outstanding” from Ofsted. “Pupils are very proud of their school. They explain that ‘there are so many opportunities here!’ Pupils understand that what they learn will help them to aim for different jobs. All staff are committed to broadening pupils’ horizons and pupils absorb this sense of ambition.”

Through dedicated teaching, a broad and balanced curriculum and outstanding enrichment opportunities at Greenfields Primary School & Nursery we are committed to ensuring every child reaches their full academic and social potential. We make no excuses about being ambitious on our children’s behalf and this resulted in Greenfields achieving:  

Winner of Team of the Year - Annual Inspirational Awards for Teaching Excellence 2020

Winner of School of the Year - Northamptonshire Education Awards 2019

Ranked in the top 1% of primary schools within England and is

One of the top 5 schools in Northamptonshire for the progress made by pupils in reading, writing and mathematics.

Artsmark Gold Award, School Games Gold Award and Primary Science Quality Mark

Salary & Benefits

NJC01 FTE £18,333 per annum/ £7,582.28 pro-rata 

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Able to communicate clearly, understand and follow instructions.

Experience of undertaking general cleaning duties.

Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.

Ability to carry out general cleaning duties as detailed in the Job Description.

Is punctual and reliable.

Ability to manage time effectively to complete tasks to a high level.

Ability to prioritise work.

Able to work with minimum supervision or as part of a team.

Ability to work both alone and within a team to achieve specified standards.

Be flexible to changing demands of the post.

Have an awareness of and display a commitment to the relevant legislation and guidance in working practices in relation to the safeguarding of children and young people.

Trustworthy, maintaining confidentiality at all times in respect of school related matters and to prevent disclosure of confidential and sensitive information

ake pride in a job well done, committed to achieving high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) has grown to a network of 34 academies, incorporating primary, secondary and grammar, and special schools. We employ over 2000 people with the primary focus of raising the standards of education for 13,000 young people. Whatever your role, you should know you are contributing to achieving our vision of inspiring the next generation of young people to be the best they can in whatever they choose. Our aim is to be the country’s leading academy chain, committed to delivering the highest educational standards alongside an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment, including events such as the DRET Spring, Summer and Winter Cups, Music Cup, volunteering trips abroad, and regular trips/visits throughout the year.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

While each academy is unique, we share common goals, aspirations, values and methods that enable us to work collaboratively and collectively to achieve our mission. We operate regional hubs, whereby academies work with other schools who are part of the Trust so we can share skills and knowledge, allowing them to benefit and learn from each other. We offer high quality programmes for CPD and Leadership Development to support our practitioners to deliver high quality teaching and learning across our academies.

Apply now

To complete our application form, please click on 'apply here '. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs without a completed application form.

Should you require any further information before submitting an application please email admin@greenfields-pri.co.uk

 Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

Greenfields Primary School & Nursery is committed to equality, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.