Cleaner

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust; Paignton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational trust in Paignton is hiring Cleaners to join their team for general cleaning duties at Paignton Academy. The role involves maintaining cleanliness in various areas including toilets and the use of powered equipment when necessary. Working hours are typically from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday. This position promises a supportive work environment and encourages early applications. Interested candidates can reach out via the provided email for more information.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Scales

Performance Related Pay

Local Government Pension Scheme Membership

Annual Leave of 27 days

Training opportunities

Staff Wellbeing Focus

Qualifications

• Ability to perform general cleaning duties efficiently.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, primarily 3pm-6pm.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and healthy environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate levels of cleanliness throughout the Academy.
• Perform cleaning, sweeping, and emptying litter bins.
• Maintain designated areas including toilets and shower areas.

Job description

About The Role

Thinking Facilities require additional Cleaners to join our hardworking team for general cleaning duties based at Paignton Academy. The successful candidates will provide an appropriate level of cleanliness throughout the Academy, including cleaning, sweeping, emptying of litter bins, polishing and dusting of designated areas, which may include toilets, shower areas, fixtures and fittings, using where appropriate powered equipment.

Join us in creating a clean and healthy learning environment for our students!

Paignton Academy is split over two sites and staff may be required to work on any sites as required for operational needs.

The working times are usually 3pm-6pm Monday-Friday.

About Us

Thinking Facilities ensure our academies are safe, secure and fit for purpose for students, staff and visitors. The team support and oversee, site maintenance, through a dedicated help desk service and committed site staff, caretaking and cleaning services, advice and support on the development of capital building projects, health and safety management and support, including oversight of planned maintenance services and training and development.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and the South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

Think about their Thinking

Be their Best self

Shape their Success

• Think about their Thinking
• Be their Best self
• Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave: A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across our Trust hubs.
• Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Store Discounts: Support staff have access to Discount for Teachers scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Tax Relief on Uniform: Claim for uniform maintenance, with no receipts required.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

Next steps

If you are interested in working for our Trust in our Facilities Team, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

To arrange an informal telephone conversation please contact [e-mail]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [e-mail]