School Cleaner – Watford | Permanent

• Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

• Start: ASAP

• Contract: Permanent

• Hours: 12.5 hours per week, all year round

• Working pattern: Afternoons, 15:10–17:40. Morning shifts, 05:30–08:00, may also be considered.

• Salary: Grade 1, SCP 3 (indicative)

We are recruiting a School Cleaner for a permanent position at a school in Watford. The role involves helping to maintain a clean, safe and pleasant environment for pupils and staff through regular cleaning and careful use of equipment and materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean designated classrooms, corridors, offices and shared spaces.

• Maintain the cleanliness of toilets and washrooms.

• Empty bins and transfer waste to the appropriate disposal points.

• Replenish toiletries and other supplies when needed.

• Follow health and safety procedures when using cleaning chemicals and equipment.

• Keep equipment clean, check for faults and store it safely.

• Report hazards, damage or maintenance issues to the cleaning supervisor.

What We’re Looking For

• A reliable and practical approach to work.

• Good standards of cleanliness and attention to detail.

• The ability to work independently and follow agreed procedures.

• Awareness of the importance of safety in a school environment.

• Flexibility to assist with cover when required.

Cleaning experience would be useful, but a willingness to learn and a strong work ethic are essential.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 48 hours. All interviews are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.