Cleaner, Cleaning Services

Cleaner (PT: 13.75 hours per week)

Ark Castledown Primary Academy is a popular school in the heart of Hastings. Since transitioning to Ark in September 2017, the school has seen significant improvement in all areas. We have a dedicated staff team committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils.

We are seeking a well‑organised Cleaner who can manage their own workload and ensure high standards of presentation and cleanliness are maintained. They should be flexible in approach and respond to the needs of the school with a positive, can‑do attitude. Compliance training and basic knowledge of health and safety are required. A commitment to safe working practices is essential.

• Have experience of cleaning, preferably in a school environment.
• Be hard working and have a flexible approach.
• Have an understanding of Health and Safety.
• Take ownership of tasks and work with minimal supervision.
• Follow relevant policies and procedures effectively.

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers.
• Interest‑free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Applicants must disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non‑disclosure may lead to termination of employment. Disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment – this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.