Cleaner, Cleaning Services

Overview

We are looking to recruit a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to join our Estates and Facilities team on a part-time basis. This role plays a vital part in ensuring our College provides a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

This is a term‑time only position, working 38 weeks per year, Monday to Friday from 6:30am to 9:30am.

• Maintain cleanliness of designated areas to agreed standards
• Clean classrooms, offices, laboratories, corridors, stairways, entrances, and event spaces
• Carry out high and low dusting of furniture, equipment, and surfaces
• Vacuum hard and soft flooring and clean vents and grills
• Mop floors using dry and damp methods
• Clean internal glass, mirrors, windows, and doors
• Undertake occasional deep cleaning tasks, including toilets and specialist cleans during holiday periods
• Report faults, damage, incidents, and potential hazards in line with procedures
• Follow all Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH requirements
• Assist with building access, security, and care of cleaning equipment and materials
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and support the College’s aims and objectives

• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths (or willingness to work towards)
• Experience in a cleaning role within an education, industrial, or similar environment
• Ability to carry out physical and manual work, including prolonged standing
• Understanding of Health & Safety practices and safe systems of work
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet deadlines
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Polite, helpful, and professional approach at all times
• Commitment to service excellence and maintaining positive working relationships

• Sector‑leading pay with competitive salaries
• Unbeatable Time Off: 35‑50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, and extra time off at Christmas
• Fast‑Track Your Career: dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Exclusive Discounts on On‑site Services (Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, etc.)
• Fitness Perks:
  College gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms
• Generous Pension Contributions: 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non‑teaching roles
• Retail & Travel Discounts: savings on high‑street brands, local transport, cross‑country travel
• Free Will Writing, UNIDAYS, Student Beans, and Blue Light Discount
• Professional support for future planning and free flu vaccine
• Wellbeing Support: confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support mental and emotional health
• We Celebrate You: awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year