School Cleaner at Paston Ridings Primary School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/PRPS/88382
  Location
Paston Ridings, Paston, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE4 7XG
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Part-Time
  Salary
£12.85 Hourly
40 weeks per year (term time + 2 additional weeks, worked during the summer holidays)
  Closing Date
Midday, Fri 15th May, 2026
  Start Date
As soon as possible
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
To be confirmed
   Interview Date(s)           To be confirmed
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About this Role

POST TITLE: School cleaner (part-time)

Location: Paston Ridings Primary School

Grade / Hours: £12.85 per hour for 2.5 hours per day

40 weeks per year 

(Term time + 2 additional weeks, worked during the summer holidays)

RESPONSIBLE TO: Site Manager / School Business Manager

Start date As soon as possible


You matter to us.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Paston Ridings Primary School, part of the Spirit Federation – a group of schools at the heart of their communities: Paston Ridings, St John’s, Winyates and Barnack.

We are proud of our warm, welcoming environment where staff feel valued and supported, and where every role plays an important part in making our school a safe, happy place for children to learn and grow.

We are looking for a reliable and committed cleaner to join our team. This is a vital role in our school – helping to ensure that our classrooms and shared spaces are clean, safe and ready for each new day.

Why join us?

🌟 A place to belong
You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team where your contribution is valued and appreciated.

🌟 A role that makes a difference
Your work has a direct impact on the wellbeing of our pupils and staff, helping to create a positive learning environment every day.

🌟 A strong team ethos
We work together across the school to take pride in our environment and support one another.

🌟 A caring community
At Paston Ridings, relationships matter. You’ll be joining a school where kindness, respect and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

What we’re looking for:

We are the right school for you if you:

  • Take pride in your work and maintain high standards of cleanliness

  • Are reliable, punctual and hardworking

  • Can work independently and as part of a team

  • Have a positive, flexible approach

  • Understand the importance of creating a safe and hygienic work environment for children

Previous cleaning experience is helpful but not essential - training will be provided.

What the role involves

  • Cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices and shared spaces

  • Cleaning and sanitising toilets and wash areas

  • Vacuuming, mopping and dusting

  • Emptying bins and replenishing consumables

  • Reporting any maintenance or safety concerns

What we offer

  • A supportive and welcoming working environment

  • A leadership team who value every member of staff

  • Training and guidance to help you succeed in your role

  • The opportunity to be part of a school community where your work is recognised and appreciated

Ready to join us?

If you would like to be part of a team that takes pride in creating a clean, safe and welcoming school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Paston Ridings Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and two satisfactory references.

The closing date for the application: Friday 15th May 2026, midday

Interview Date: TBC

Start Date: As soon as possible



Paston Ridings Primary School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Why would you like to work as a cleaner at our school?
  2. What experience do you have of cleaning or maintaining a clean environment (this can be at work, home or elsewhere)?
  3. How do you make sure your work is completed to a high standard?
  4. The role requires reliability and punctuality. Can you tell us a time when you have showed this?
  5. You have a set time to complete your cleaning. How would you make sure all your tasks are finished?
  6. What do you think is important when working in a school?
  7. Is there anything else you would like to tell us?

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