School Cleaner

**_How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?_**

**_ At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first._**

**_ That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay._**

**_ Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG._**

**Job Title: School Cleaner**

**Location: Crookhey Hall, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0HA**

**Salary: £8,920 per annum (**_not pro rata_**)**

**Hours: 16 Hours per Week | Monday to Thursday 2.00pm to 5.00pm | Friday 1.00pm to 5.00pm**

**Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only**

**Start date: November 2025**

**UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.**

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a reliable and proactive School Cleaner to help maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for our students, staff, and visitors.

This is a vital behind-the-scenes role where your attention to detail and dedication will directly contribute to the comfort and safety of our school community.

**About the Role**

We are seeking a dedicated School Cleaner to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene across our premises. This vital role ensures a safe, welcoming, and hygienic environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. You will work closely with the Site Manager and school leadership to carry out scheduled and ad hoc cleaning duties efficiently, safely, and in line with school policies.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Clean and maintain classrooms, offices, corridors, toilets, and communal areas
- Carry out additional or one-off cleaning tasks as required
- Work around the school schedule, adapting as needed for events or activities
- Safely use and store cleaning materials in line with COSHH regulations
- Monitor and report cleaning supply stock levels
- Report any maintenance or safety issues promptly
- Support the school’s safeguarding policies by maintaining vigilance in all areas

**Who We’re Looking For**
- Previous experience in cleaning, particularly in schools or similar environments
- Good understanding of COSHH and safe cleaning practices
- Ability to work independently, showing initiative and reliability
- High attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
- Punctual, dependable, and professional
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people

Join a professional and supportive team, contributing significantly to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Benefit from a term-time schedule that facilitates a balanced work-life commitment, and work within an organisation that values the contributions of all its staff members.

**About us**

Crookhey Hall School is a Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) School which caters for boys and girls aged 10 - 17 years of age. We provide young people with an educational experience that will not only extend their academic and vocational social skills and abilities but will also promote personal growth and help to build self-esteem. In this way it is hoped that each individual will aspire to achieve their full potential, eventually leaving school with the determination to make a positive contribution to society in the years to come.

The aim of the site is to provide enough support to unlock each pupil’s potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide young people with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

**Why join Acorn Education?**

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

**Benefits**

**Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including**:

- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

**And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you t