Job description
Cleaner - Alderman’s Green Primary School Alderman’s Green Primary School is looking to appoint a reliable, hardworking and conscientious Cleaner to join our dedicated school team.
As a Cleaner, you will play an important role in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff and visitors. Working as part of the school team, you will help maintain consistently high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the school.
The role You will be responsible for cleaning designated areas of the school, including classrooms, communal areas, corridors and toilets. Duties will include:
Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, buffing and washing floors
Dusting and polishing surfaces, furniture and fixtures
Cleaning toilets and shower areas to a high standard
Emptying bins and dealing with waste appropriately
Cleaning windows and other designated areas
Safely using cleaning equipment and products in line with COSHH requirements
Identifying and reporting hazards, spillages, damage or maintenance issues
Helping ensure the school is clean, safe and ready for pupils and staff each day
What we're looking for Most importantly, we are looking for someone who cares and takes pride in their work.
You will ideally be:
Reliable, punctual and responsible
Thorough, with excellent attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Able to follow instructions and organise your workload effectively
Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
Professional and respectful when working around children, staff and visitors
Willing to learn and follow safe working practices
Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. No specific qualifications are required.
What we offer As part of Triumph Learning Trust, employees have access to a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities, family-friendly leave, pension schemes, an Employee Assistance Programme, private GP services, lifestyle discounts and more.
Position details School: Alderman’s Green Primary School
Location: Alderman’s Green Road, Coventry, CV2 1PP
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 16 hours 15 minutes per week, 3.00pm-6.15pm
Working weeks: 39 weeks per year
Holiday working: One week during the school holidays will be required for deep cleaning, with dates agreed in advance
Salary: Grade 1, Point 3 - £24,795.86 FTE / £9,493 pro rata
Start date: As soon as possible
Responsible to: Site Manager
Why your role matters Our cleaners are an important part of our school community. Your work helps create an environment where children feel safe, cared for and ready to learn every day.
Closing date: 15 September 2026
Safeguarding Statement
Triumph Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, references and an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Where this vacancy came from
- Job reference
- cleaner-alderman-s-green-primary-school
- Original source
- Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
- Employer type
- School employer
- Posted by the original source
- 2 September 2026
- Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
- 7 September 2026
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