Evening Cleaner

Location: Edgar Wood Academy, Heywood Old Road, Heywood, OL10 2QN

Job Title: Evening Cleaner (4pm – 7pm)

Required: ASAP

Contract: Permanent, 15 hrs per week Term Time only plus 4 weeks

Salary: Support staff salary scale points, 1‑3 (£24,413 – £24,796). Actual £9,428 – £9,576

Edgar Wood Academy is seeking a reliable and dedicated Evening Cleaner to help maintain a safe, hygienic, and pleasant learning environment for our students and staff. This is an ideal role for someone looking to work weekday evenings, with regular school holidays off – perfect for fitting around family or other commitments.

As a Cleaner, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of our school, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will work as part of a supportive team to uphold the high standards of the Academy.

• Ensure all assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard, including classrooms, offices, corridors, and restrooms.
• Perform routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and waste disposal.
• Replenish consumable items (e.g. soap, toilet paper) as needed.
• Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate personnel.
• Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and effectively.
• Follow established health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, reliable, and takes pride in their work. Previous experience in a cleaning role is preferred but not essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean and orderly school environment.

• Teams: Opportunity to work across supportive and friendly teams, giving staff opportunities to experience new areas and develop their skills.
• Travel & Accessibility: Located and easily accessible to nearby transport links; free parking for those who have their own transport.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Free and confidential support for your mental health 24 hours per day.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Option to participate in our cycle to work scheme where you can loan bikes and cycling equipment tax free.
• Electric Car Scheme: Save up to 40% on a brand‑new Electric Vehicle.

• Please apply through My New Term:
  Evening Cleaner at Edgar Wood Academy, Heywood, Greater Manchester | My New Term
• For any questions regarding the role, please email
• Final date to receive applications: 12:00 Midday 29th June 2026
• Interviews: To be confirmed

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. In accordance with the recommendations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates. References will be requested if you are shortlisted for an interview.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.