Cleaner

The Sittingbourne School £24,110 - £24,230 FTE - SAT A £8,618 - £8,661 Pro Rata 15 hours per week, Term Time plus 3 days over Easter holidays, 3 days in October half term and 3 days in August. Start Date – December/ January 2026 Interviews: w/c 1st December 2025 We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking cleaner to join our fantastic premises team.Applicants will show enthusiasm for joining our dynamic and supportive team and will be able to demonstrate both teamwork and initiative on the job.The successful candidate will be a team player who takes pride in their work and can demonstrate a commitment to the role.If applicants have previous cleaning experience, preferably within a similar setting, we look forward to hearing from them.It would be an advantage to hold any related qualifications / training in the use and storage of cleaning equipment but not essential as full training will be given.This role is for 38 term time weeks plus 9 other days to be worked over the year as determined by the school.Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.Join us to benefit from:Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contributionEnhanced Maternity PaySalary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) SchemeEmployee Referral Recruitment IncentiveAccess to training and developmentOn-site ParkingDiscounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurantsEmployee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and adviceCycle to Work schemeReady to join us?If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Stacey Chapman, stacey.chapman@swale.at or 01795 472449.Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to Stacey.chapman@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact Recruitment@swale.at.We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.Kent Teach advert for applications: https://www.kent-teach.com/Recruitment/Vacancy/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyId=150765