Cleaner

North East Ambition; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Tees Valley is looking for a reliable Cleaner to maintain hygiene and safety within the school environment. This role includes cleaning classrooms, corridors, and other areas, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for students and staff. The ideal candidate should be dependable, punctual, and able to follow health and safety procedures. Training will be provided for those without previous cleaning experience. This is a term-time only position with part-time hours.

Benefits

Membership of LGPS

Opportunities for development

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Lifestyle savings

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment.
• Clean classrooms, corridors, toilets, and shared areas.
• Ensure cleaning supplies are used and stored safely.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Attention to detail

Ability to follow health and safety procedures

Teamwork

Job description

Cleaner

Job Reference: ELTDEC2505

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 12 hours per week

Working Weeks: TTO +5 days

Salary Scale Range: NJC Scale Point 3 FTE £27,796.00 – Actual Salary £6,953.03

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Easterside Academy, Erith Grove, Easterside, Middlesbrough, TS4 3RG

About us

We are a welcoming and inclusive primary school located in Middlesbrough. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Our dedicated staff team works collaboratively to ensure high standards of education, care, and wellbeing for all pupils.

At Easterside Academy, we place great importance on creating a positive learning environment and take pride in our school community. We value respect, teamwork, and commitment, and we recognise the important role that every member of staff plays in the day‑to‑day life of the school.

About the role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to join our school team. The role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. Duties will include cleaning classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, and shared areas, as well as ensuring cleaning supplies are used and stored safely. The successful candidate will play an important part in supporting the smooth running of the school and creating a welcoming environment for learning.

What we are looking for

• Is dependable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Has good attention to detail
• Is able to follow health and safety procedures
• Can work effectively as part of a team
• Has previous cleaning experience (desirable but not essential, as training will be provided)

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential.

What we can offer

• Membership of LGPS
• Opportunities for development and progression
• Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lifestyle savings

Working arrangements

Term Time Only +5 days (Monday – Thursday 3:15pm‑5:45pm, Friday 3:15pm‑5:15pm)

For more information, please contact Miss Smith, Academy Business Manager on 01642 273006

How to apply

You can apply for this position by visiting The Enquire Learning Trust website: https://enquirelearningtrust.org

Closing date and time: 12 noon 26th January 2026

Interview Date: 29th January 2026

DBS/Safeguarding Statement

The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.