School Cleaner

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Job Title: School Cleaner
Location: Crookhey Hall, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0HA
Hours: 16 per week Monday to Friday
Rota: Monday to Thursday 2.00pm - 5.00pm, Friday 1.00pm - 5.00pm
Salary: £9,455.20 per annum (£13.25 per hour, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: April 2026
UK applicants only - no sponsorship available

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay .

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join !

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and proactive School Cleaner to help keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors. Your work will play a vital part in maintaining a hygienic environment where learning can thrive. This behind the scenes role is essential to the smooth running of our school, and your attention to detail will make a meaningful difference every day.

As a School Cleaner, you'll work closely with the Site Manager and wider school team to carry out scheduled cleaning tasks, respond to ad hoc requests, and ensure all areas of the school meet our high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets, and communal spaces.
• Carry out additional or one off cleaning tasks as required.
• Work flexibly around the school timetable, adapting to events and activities.
• Use and store cleaning materials safely and in line with COSHH regulations.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and report when stock needs replenishing.
• Identify and report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Support the school's safeguarding standards through vigilance and safe practice.

Who We're Looking For

• Experience in cleaning, ideally within a school or similar environment.
• Understanding of COSHH and safe cleaning procedures.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• Punctual, reliable, and professional at all times.
• A positive, team focused attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of children and young people.

About Us

Crookhey Hall School is a Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) School which caters for boys and girls aged 10 - 17 years of age. We provide young people with an educational experience that will not only extend their academic and vocational social skills and abilities but will also promote personal growth and help to build self-esteem. In this way it is hoped that each individual will aspire to achieve their full potential, eventually leaving school with the determination to make a positive contribution to society in the years to come.

Crookhey Hall School has a 15-acre setting in countryside south of Cockerham, near Lancaster. Due to the location, it would be beneficial for candidates to have a driving licence.

The aim of the site is to provide enough support to unlock each pupil's potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide young people with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.