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Cleaner

Job details
Posting date: 22 July 2025
Salary: £24,110 to £24,230 per year
Additional salary information: £24,110 - £24,230 FTE (£16,889 - £16,973 Pro Rata)
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 21 August 2025
Location: CT5 1PX
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Swale Academies Trust
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

The Whitstable School is looking to recruit a cleaner, this is an opportunity to be part of a small, friendly cleaning team who play a key role within the school.

The aim of the role is to provide a good cleaning service that is responsive to the needs of the school, resulting in a clean and healthy environment for pupils and staff.

Duties include all aspects of cleaning within a school including the daily cleaning of classrooms, office and washroom areas.

We are looking for someone who is:
• Reliable
• Responsible
• A good time-keeper
• Previous experience of school cleaning is preferable however, training will be provided.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Chris Branson at chris.branson@swale.at or 01227 931300.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to Natasha.kingsford@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

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