• About The Role

  • Job Title: School Cleaner

    Job Location: Acorn School, Winkleigh EX19 8EY

    Salary: £12.30 per hour – Part Time

    Part-Time: Either 20 hours per week (52 weeks per year) or 30 hours per week (39.2 weeks per year), Monday to Friday, with afternoon shifts available between 1:00pm and 5:00pm.

    Contract Type: Permanent

     

    Do you take pride in making spaces shine? Do you believe a clean, fresh environment can brighten someone’s whole day?

    We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic School Cleaner to join our amazing team at Acorn School, someone who knows that cleanliness isn’t just about appearance but about creating a space where children can thrive and Team Members can do their best work.

    Your role is essential. The work you do each day helps shape the heart of our school. From spotless classrooms that help children focus, to fresh and hygienic toilets that make pupils feel cared for, to tidy Team Members areas that support our teachers. You’ll be making a real difference.

    We believe every child deserves to learn in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. As our School Cleaner, you’ll be one of the unsung heroes who helps make that possible every single day.

     

    A day in the life of a Cleaner will involve:

    • Keep all areas of the school clean and tidy, including classrooms, kitchen, toilets, reception, offices, and shared spaces
    • Make sure everything meets high hygiene standards, and comply with Health & Safety
    • Being a helpful and happy part of the school team
    • Inform Maintenance of any repairs or safety concerns

     

    To be a successful Cleaner, you’ll need to:

    • Work well and cooperate with education team members in a busy environment.
    • A positive attitude and a passion for cleanliness.
    • Be supportive, flexible, and committed to achieving great results.
    • Experience in a cleaning role is preferred but not essential, you’ll be required to carry out physical cleaning tasks.

     

    In return for your time, you’ll get:

    • Holidays – You’ll get 28 days annual leave, including public holidays. You’ll also get an extra day off on your birthday after a year!
    • Pension scheme– Our pension scheme is based on you paying in 5%, and us adding 3%.
    • Learning & Development Opportunities – We provide comprehensive learning opportunities for team members to develop themselves.
    • Discounts – You’ll have access to brilliant discounts through the Blue Light Card and our own employee benefits platform.
    • Wellbeing Support – Your wellbeing is always our priority. You’ll have access to mental health and wellbeing support. On top of this, our therapies team offers a monthly confidential check in clinic, and group reflective practice sessions.
    • Cycle2Work -The cycle to work scheme enables you to buy a bicycle at a discounted rate.
    • DBS – As this role required you to have an enhanced DBS carried out, we will cover this cost.
    • After 12 months service - You’ll also be eligible for our Medicash scheme which covers a wide range of medical, health and wellbeing expenses (Including immediate access to a GP!). You’ll get life assurance paid at x2 your annual salary.

     

    Please note that as part of our safer recruitment processes, successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check, and online and social media checks, and reference validation.

     
    At Phoenix Learning and Care, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our team members. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.

Benefits

Pension

Pension

We provide a workplace pension with The People’s Pension. When you enrol, both you and Phoenix, as your employer, will contribute to your pension.

Discount with Blue Light Card

Discount with Blue Light Card

Blue Light Card offers discounts to NHS, emergency services, social care, and armed forces personnel. It partners with various UK companies to provide these discounts.

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential support for personal and work-related issues affecting your job performance, health, or well-being. It includes services like counselling and financial advice.

Annual Leave

Annual Leave

Annual leave varies based on your role. We all know taking time off is important for relaxation, reducing stress, and boosting productivity.

Training Opportunities

Training Opportunities

We develop our Team Members to help them flourish and grow, offering training opportunities tailored to their needs and career goals.

After 12 months

Healthcare Cashback Scheme

Healthcare Cashback Scheme

Our healthcare cashback scheme covers a wide range of medical and wellness expenses, including prescriptions, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies, up to £880 per year.

Critical Illness Cover

Critical Illness Cover

A tax-free, upfront payment of 1x your annual basic salary in the event of a critical life illness or accident.

Life Assurance

Life Assurance

A lump sum payment of 2x your annual basic salary should the worst happen to you to support your family and loved ones during a difficult time.

Cycle to Work

Cycle to Work

A tax-efficient program through participating employers that offers savings of up to 48% on cycling gear, including bikes up to £1100, deducted from your payslip over 12 months. This will depend on specific criteria.

Central Supporting

Our central services influence the future of our business while developing your skills and advancing your career. Our team is a blend of office and field-based professionals across various departments, including HR, Marketing, Finance, IT, Maintenance, and Operational Support.

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