Cleaner
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £17,834 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £17,834 per year based on 31.25 hours per week, term time only plus six weeks during school holidays (£12.39 per hour) |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 23 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | CH3 6HZ |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Abbey Gate College |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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The Post:
Abbey Gate College is looking to appoint a suitably experienced and skilled Cleaner to join our dedicated Estates Team. This post will be based at our Infant and Junior School in Aldford, but the successful candidate may be required to work at our Senior School in Saighton to cover for absence within the Estates Team.
Both our Saighton and Alford sites are beautifully maintained and enjoyed by pupils, colleagues, and visitors alike.
Job Description:
Line managed by our Head Caretaker, the working pattern for this role is:
31.25 hours per week - 11.30am until 6.15pm (including a half-hour unpaid lunch break).
We would welcome applications from interested parties wishing to work part time hours, as we are happy to consider a job share.
Our Cleaners are required to work during term time, plus an additional six weeks during school holiday periods, over a 12-month period.
Our Cleaners, along with the entire Estates Team, perform an essential role in ensuring that the College buildings are cleaned and maintained in optimum condition for use by our students and visitors.
Key Duties Include:
• Cleaning (vacuuming, mopping, buffing, wiping down, emptying bins, deep cleaning, etc.) in all areas of the buildings, including classrooms, communal areas, and toilets.
• Ensuring all areas are always cleaned to the highest standard.
• Notifying the Head Caretaker of any issues / damage requiring attention.
• Taking ownership of Health and Safety for yourself and others, observing and complying with site rules and regulations at all times.
• Checking stock levels of all consumables and replacing when appropriate.
• To work across both sites (Aldford and Saighton) to cover periods of absence of other Cleaners.
• To be a key holder responsible for locking up the building in the evenings.
• Helping and assisting with children’s lunch duty.
• Completing any other cleaning duties, as required.
Person Specification:
We are looking for people with a positive approach, a good knowledge of cleaning and high standards. We want the successful candidate) to care about, and be proud of the wonderful, historic, educational facilities and operations of our College!
Please visit our website at: https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/ where you will find a full job description and person specification.
Salary:
The hourly rate for this position is £12.39 per hour.
The salary for 31.25 hours per week equates to: £17,834.
The above includes a 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak per day.
There may be the requirement to work additional hours to assist in the preparation of sites for important events, such as open days, at the College.
Workwear, equipment and personal protective equipment will be provided, and the post-holder is responsible for the maintenance and safety of these items.
Safeguarding & Child Protection:
Abbey Gate College is committed, as a priority, to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will, therefore, be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview; please inform your referees.
Whilst criminal convictions are not necessarily a bar to appointment, this safety consideration will be central to all decisions regarding the employment of staff, approval of volunteers, and standards of external contractors.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Therefore, applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Process for Applications:
• Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd February 2026 at midday.
In order to apply for our Cleaner vacancy, please complete our Abbey Gate College application form (available at https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/).
Please also include a covering letter, which should be addressed to our Head, Mr Craig Jenkinson, outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role and the College.
Your completed application form and covering letter should be returned to Mrs Sue Moran, HR and Staff Wellbeing Manager, at: sue.moran@abbeygatecollege.co.uk by the above closing date.
Should you require any additional information or have any difficulties in completing / submitting your application, please also contact Sue Moran.
Please visit our website at www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk for more information about the College.
Abbey Gate College is looking to appoint a suitably experienced and skilled Cleaner to join our dedicated Estates Team. This post will be based at our Infant and Junior School in Aldford, but the successful candidate may be required to work at our Senior School in Saighton to cover for absence within the Estates Team.
Both our Saighton and Alford sites are beautifully maintained and enjoyed by pupils, colleagues, and visitors alike.
Job Description:
Line managed by our Head Caretaker, the working pattern for this role is:
31.25 hours per week - 11.30am until 6.15pm (including a half-hour unpaid lunch break).
We would welcome applications from interested parties wishing to work part time hours, as we are happy to consider a job share.
Our Cleaners are required to work during term time, plus an additional six weeks during school holiday periods, over a 12-month period.
Our Cleaners, along with the entire Estates Team, perform an essential role in ensuring that the College buildings are cleaned and maintained in optimum condition for use by our students and visitors.
Key Duties Include:
• Cleaning (vacuuming, mopping, buffing, wiping down, emptying bins, deep cleaning, etc.) in all areas of the buildings, including classrooms, communal areas, and toilets.
• Ensuring all areas are always cleaned to the highest standard.
• Notifying the Head Caretaker of any issues / damage requiring attention.
• Taking ownership of Health and Safety for yourself and others, observing and complying with site rules and regulations at all times.
• Checking stock levels of all consumables and replacing when appropriate.
• To work across both sites (Aldford and Saighton) to cover periods of absence of other Cleaners.
• To be a key holder responsible for locking up the building in the evenings.
• Helping and assisting with children’s lunch duty.
• Completing any other cleaning duties, as required.
Person Specification:
We are looking for people with a positive approach, a good knowledge of cleaning and high standards. We want the successful candidate) to care about, and be proud of the wonderful, historic, educational facilities and operations of our College!
Please visit our website at: https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/ where you will find a full job description and person specification.
Salary:
The hourly rate for this position is £12.39 per hour.
The salary for 31.25 hours per week equates to: £17,834.
The above includes a 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak per day.
There may be the requirement to work additional hours to assist in the preparation of sites for important events, such as open days, at the College.
Workwear, equipment and personal protective equipment will be provided, and the post-holder is responsible for the maintenance and safety of these items.
Safeguarding & Child Protection:
Abbey Gate College is committed, as a priority, to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will, therefore, be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview; please inform your referees.
Whilst criminal convictions are not necessarily a bar to appointment, this safety consideration will be central to all decisions regarding the employment of staff, approval of volunteers, and standards of external contractors.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Therefore, applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Process for Applications:
• Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd February 2026 at midday.
In order to apply for our Cleaner vacancy, please complete our Abbey Gate College application form (available at https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/).
Please also include a covering letter, which should be addressed to our Head, Mr Craig Jenkinson, outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role and the College.
Your completed application form and covering letter should be returned to Mrs Sue Moran, HR and Staff Wellbeing Manager, at: sue.moran@abbeygatecollege.co.uk by the above closing date.
Should you require any additional information or have any difficulties in completing / submitting your application, please also contact Sue Moran.
Please visit our website at www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk for more information about the College.