Cleaner at Pinehurst Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/PPS/53627

Location

Pinehurst Avenue, Anfield, Liverpool, Merseyside, L4 7UF

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£24,796.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade 1 SCP 3

Hours Per Week

12.5 hours

Closing Date

Midday, Mon 8th Jun, 2026

Start Date

As soon as possible

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

15-06-2026

Interview Date(s) 15-06-2026

About this Role

About the school

Pinehurst Primary School is a two form entry school with Nursery provision for 2 and 3 year olds in the heart of Anfield. Our vision and values are 'Experience, Excel and Enjoy' and these underpin our work.

The Headteacher and Governing Body of Pinehurst Primary School wish to recruit a cleaner to join our committed team.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic person with high standards and an eye for detail. They must be able to manage their own workload and also be a good communicator to liaise with staff professionally with regards to maintenance and cleanliness of the school.

About the role

Experience of cleaning in a similar setting would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be a team player, hardworking, responsible, flexible, reliable and honest. A basic knowledge in health and safety requirements in a working/educational environment would also be advantageous.

The hours are 3.00-5.30pm daily in term time and condensed to full days in holiday periods to allow for a deep clean.

Core responsibilities and tasks

1. Carry out routine cleaning in accordance with set standards and routines.

2. Assist with the locking and unlocking of school buildings and rooms under the direction of the School Caretaker and Cleaning Supervisor.

3. Carry out as necessary the replacement of user supplies (towels, toilet rolls etc).

4. Assist as necessary with non routine cleaning following incidents etc.

5. Use appropriate cleaning equipment and machinery.

6. Identify and notify any damage to buildings and equipment.

Personal qualities

Knowledge and Understanding:

• Good communication skills.

• Able to meet deadlines and work to a tight schedule.

• Able to manage own work effectively.

Experience:

• Experience of undertaking a range of cleaning duties or a willingness to learn.

• Working as part of a team and using own initiative.

Personal Attributes:

• Willingness to take personal responsibility for standard of work carried out.

• Willingness to participate in further training and development opportunities offered by the school, to further knowledge.

• Willingness to maintain confidentiality on all school matters.

• The successful candidate must be, well organised, motivated and enjoy being part of a team.

Skills:

• Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team.

• Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner using own initiative.

• Ability to act on own initiative, dealing with any unexpected problems that arise.

• Ability to demonstrate commitment to Equal Opportunities.

The school is an Equal Opportunities Employer and positively welcomes applications from all people regardless of their sex, creed, marital status, race, age, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe. Applicants for the post will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes and satisfactory pre-employment checks, including online searches, and references.