Cleaner, Cleaning Services

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Location 0101 - Horizons Academy

Salary Level 1 Tier 1

Hourly pay £12.71

The job requirements are detailed below.

Salary Level 1 Tier 1

Hourly pay £12.71

Contractual hours 10

Basis Part Time

Job type Support Staff - Other

Location Horizons Academy,Ravensdale Road,Mansfield,NottinghamshireNG

Horizons Academy are looking for a Cleaner to join our highly focused and dedicated staf. Undertaking general cleaning duties to provide a clean, hygienic and safe environment for teaching and other academy activities.

There is some flexibility around the role working either 10 hours per week over morning or afternoons or working 20 hours over both.

Please identify your working pattern preference within your application.

Horizons Academy is a brand new, state of the art special school which opened in January 2026, to meet the needs of children and young people from Key Stages 2 to 5 with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), along with autism spectrum conditions (ASC).

The academy has capacity to accommodate 160 pupils aged 7 to 19 with class sizes of approximately 8 students.

Our vision is rooted in our firm belief that every child, regardless of individual need or ability, deserves an education that fosters inclusivity, meaningful engagement, and academic excellence. In meeting the wide-ranging specific needs of all learners, our curriculum is aspirational, including a broad range of experiences but structured in such a way that it is accessible and can be tailored to the needs of every child.

Ultimately, our vision is that every child and young person who learns within the walls of Horizons Academy will leave prepared for adulthood and can go on to be whoever they want to be and to achieve more than they could have ever imagined.

Visits are welcomed and encouraged – please contact Louise Maggio  to arrange, or for further information.

This post would suit a new entrant to the profession with relatable experience or an experienced cleaner.

The successful candidate will:

Carry out cleaning tasks set out in the academy's cleaning schedule.

• Use all cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and proper manner andin accordance withany instructions and specifications provided.
• Take initiative to perform cleaning and tidying tasks that are not specifically contained within the rota but require attention as part ofmaintainingoverallhigh standards.
• Observe health and safety and security requirements.
• Complete any appropriate recordsor documentation required by the Academy.
• Maintain good working relationships with other academy staff and to co-operate with reasonable changes to daily work routines toassistthe smooth operation of the academy.
• Ensure that work undertaken complies with stated requirements and undertake appropriate training, as required.
• Some knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations as they relate to the operation of cleaning equipment and the dilution of cleaning materials.
• Knowledge of COSHH and the safe use of chemicals.
• Knowledge of cleaning best practises
• Experience of undertaking a range of cleaning duties
• Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner
• Ability to act on own initiative, dealing with any unexpected problems that arise

At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:

• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 21.8%
• Salary sacrifice schemes – car scheme, cycle to work, home and electronics.
• We offer a tax-efficient car salary sacrifice scheme for no deposit and can include car maintenance, servicing and breakdown cover for full peace of mind.
• Lifestyle savings - discounts and offers on gym memberships, holidays, days out,…