Cleaning Assistant

Greenshaw High School is a highly over-subscribed 11 to 18 mixed comprehensive secondary school situated in Sutton, South West London.  We are proud of our strong local reputation, having over 4,000 applications for 300 places in September 2024. 

In October 2024 the hard work of our students and staff was recognised by Ofsted. The inspection team described the school as offering "an exceptional standard of education", using the words "flourishing, "inclusive" and "friendly" to describe our school. In the report Quality of Education, Behaviour & Attitudes, Sixth Form and Leadership & Management were all graded as Outstanding. 

We have a very diverse population of students, offering a comprehensive range of opportunities for colleagues who work here. Our students - of all groups - have done incredibly well over the last few years, with our GCSE achievement always being at least in the top 20% of the country, and over 60 Sixth Form students attending Russell Group universities each year. 

We are looking for a Catering Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join Greenshaw High School and become an integral member of the Premises team.

The Cleaning Assistant will undertake a range of daytime cleaning duties, ensuring that the standard of cleaning across the school is carried out to ensure satisfactory standards of hygiene are maintained in accordance with the cleaning specifications. 

All duties carried out are expected to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act, Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments, COSHH Regulations and other legal requirements, and any other nationally agreed codes of practice that are relevant.

The Cleaning Assistant will report to the Daytime Cleaning Supervisor, and be accountable to the Premises Manager.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Main responsibilities:

●     Ensuring that the standard of cleaning carried out to ensure satisfactory standards of hygiene are maintained in accordance with the cleaning specifications;

●     Carrying out cleaning duties such as sweeping, dusting, wall washing, toilet cleaning, mopping and the use of vacuum cleaners;

●     Using electrical and mechanical equipment, floor polishes etc. when necessary;

●     Collecting litter/rubbish and disposing of appropriately;

●     Cleaning low-level glazing, as required;

●     Removing graffiti and other substances from surfaces, including walls, doors, floors, carpets and furniture;

●     Monitoring, cleaning and maintaining the staff and students’ toilet facilities;

●     Replenishing roller towels, hand towels, soap and toilet rolls, as required;

●     Tidying and cleaning the staff room periodically throughout the cleaning shift;

●     Wearing protective clothing provided whilst on duty and being aware of responsibilities for Health & Safety measures designed to protect self, other staff and users of the premises;

●     Being pro-active in identifying and reporting maintenance issues and broken or damaged equipment;

●     Updating the Daytime Cleaning Supervisor and/or Premises Manager on a daily basis to any work that requires attention, if unable to rectify immediately;

●     Ensuring that school-owned cleaning equipment is maintained to a satisfactory condition;

●     Reporting low stock of cleaning equipment to the Daytime Cleaning Supervisor, as necessary;

●     Reporting immediately to the Daytime Cleaning Supervisor or, in their absence, the Premises Manager or Director of Operations, any accident, dangerous occurrence or practice, or threat to health and safety;

●     Covering for absent cleaning staff as directed by the Daytime Cleaning Supervisor or Premises Manager;

●     Undertaking school holiday cleaning duties as directed by the Premises Manager;

●     Carrying out emergency cleaning (e.g. toilets/medical room) or any other additional cleaning, as required.

General responsibilities:

●     Acting as a professional and positive role model to our students in terms of personal presentation, timekeeping and behaviour;

●     Ensuring a good knowledge of forthcoming events by reading the Premises Team calendar and Red Notices provided and liaising with appropriate staff in advance of events, as required;

●     Adopting a pro-active and responsible attitude to all duties required throughout the school and to update the Premises Manager on a daily basis to any work that requires attention, if unable to rectify meeting;

●     Be responsible for keeping up to date with the requirements of the role, by attending appropriate INSET and training courses, meetings, and keeping abreast of changes in legislation;

●     Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities and race equality, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person;

●     Undertake any other duties commensurate with the post as may be required by the Headteacher

What’s in it for you:

●     Professional development and career progression

●     Generous pension scheme

●     Blue Light Card

●     Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)

●     An Employee Assistance Programme

●     Gym Discounts

●     Free eye tests

●     Cycle to work scheme

●     Green car scheme

●     Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 5th July 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.