Daytime Cleaner/Lunchtime Assistant at Edgar Wood Academy

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/EWA/63810
  Location
Heywood Old Road, Heywood, Greater Manchester, OL10 2QN
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Part-Time
  Salary
£17,583.00 Annually (Actual)
School Support Scale point 1 - 3, currently increased to Real Living Wage
  Hours Per Week
28.75
  Weeks Per Year
Term-time plus 4 weeks
  Closing Date
Midday, Thu 30th Jul, 2026
  Positions Available
1
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About this Role

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join Edgar Wood Academy in a combined role of Daytime Cleaner and Lunchtime Assistant. Working 28.75 hours per week (20.42 hours cleaning and 8.33 hours lunchtime support), term-time plus four weeks, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

This varied role combines cleaning and housekeeping responsibilities with supporting the smooth running of the school day during lunchtime. As a Daytime Cleaner, you will undertake general cleaning duties across the academy, including classrooms, corridors and toilet facilities, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, health and safety. As a Lunchtime Assistant, you will help create a positive lunchtime experience for students by promoting good behaviour, supporting student wellbeing and acting as a positive role model. 

The successful candidate will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrate excellent communication skills and take pride in maintaining an environment where students can thrive. You will also share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, recognising the important role all staff play in keeping students safe.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team at Edgar Wood Academy and make a meaningful contribution to the daily life of our growing school community.

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, and all other pre-employment checks. We are committed to creating a culture of vigilance where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.

Closing Date: Thursday 30 July 2026 at 12 noon.


Contact Details

  Recruitment
  01706 769999
  recruitment@altusep.com

Edgar Wood Academy would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Please describe any relevant cleaning, housekeeping or facilities experience you have.

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