The Essential Role of School Cleaners

When we think of what keeps a school running smoothly, there is an essential group who do not go unnoticed - school cleaners. Cleaners aren’t just part of the school; they’re essential to how it operates. Cleaners are the backbone of a healthy, safe environment. Without them, classrooms would be unhygienic, illness would spread more easily, and students wouldn’t have the clean spaces they need to focus. Our Cleaners ensure that classroom, communal spaces, corridors and offices are clean and clutter free.

That’s why we want to shine a light on the crucial role of our cleaners, and invite you along to join us at one of upcoming informal Recruitment Sessions to find out more.

Our term time roles are perfect for individuals seeking part time work so if you’re ready to be part of something meaningful and dependable, we’d love to have you join us at one of our events.

Get to Know Us at One of Our informal Recruitment Sessions

We are holding informal meet and greet sessions at Legh Vale Primary School to discuss cleaning opportunities across our St Helens School Network. Events will be taking place on:

• Wednesday 12th November 4.00pm - 6.00pm
• Thursday 11th December 4.00pm - 6.00pm

At the session you will be welcomed by the team, followed by a walk round, informal chat and group Q&A session.

You are invited to learn about working for Schools Traded Services, and gain more understanding on the wide range of financial benefits and rewards available when you work at St Helen's Council.

If you are interested to find out more, this is your opportunity to get details about current and future roles, our mobile workforce, ask questions and experience the working environment. We hope to inform you more to help you decide.

You don't need experience to apply for our cleaning roles as full training will be provided-If you’re someone who takes pride in your work, enjoys routine, and wants to make a real difference, we want to hear from you!

If you are interested in joining us on one of the above dates, please complete and submit the short expression of interest form with this advert, and we will send you an invite to attend. Please note these are booking only events, and you must respond to your invite to confirm your attendance to participate. Register now to get started!

Hours & Pay

Your agreed hours will depend on the post you occupy, location and contract agreement.

For example we employ cleaners who complete anything from between 3 hours per week during term time (£24,413 / = £1,979.43 per annum) up to12 hours per week ( £24,413 / = £7,917.73 per annum). Come along and talk to us about what hours are are currently available or register your interest for future roles.

Why Our Mobile Workforce Matters

Our mobile workforce enables us to meet service need and adapt to change quickly. Our mobile employees are not always tied to a specific location meaning they can move between sites or provide cover. Mobile working suits individuals who can be flexible with hours, or who are happy to work from more than one location.

Not Available Right Now, But Considering Us For The Future? Come along and meet us, to be considered for our Talent Pool. Our Talent Pools retain the details of candidates who have completed the process, and who have registered an interest in working for us in the future or are waiting for the right role and location to come along!

Equality & Diversity

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.

The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.

The council runs a Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Full details are available on our careers site.

Posts in Schools are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure. You can review full Job Description and Person Specifications as attachments with this advert. Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications to attend and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. Application support is available on this careers site. St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training & progression & staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment. NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life, All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership Share this event with your friends and family using the social media links below.