School Cleaner X 2 - Part-time

Birtley House Independent School, West Kingsdown

• Ref:KCC886-6136-40S
• Posted:10/03/2026
• Pay:KS B (£25,126 pro rata)
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:27/03/2026 at 14:00
• Interviews:W/C 30th March 2026

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Part-Time Cleaner (2 Positions) - 10 Hours per week - 4pm – 6pm

We are seeking two reliable and enthusiastic part-time cleaners to join our small, friendly school team.

This is a term-time only role, with opportunities to undertake additional deep cleaning during school holidays, for which overtime will be paid.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean allocated areas of the school in line with cleaning schedules and required standards
• Store cleaning equipment and materials safely after use
• Follow health and safety procedures, including COSHH regulations
• Assist with periodic deep cleaning during school holidays

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have previous cleaning experience (desirable)
• Be able to maintain high cleaning standards
• Understand and follow relevant health and safety procedures
• Be reliable, organised and able to prioritise tasks
• Be physically fit and able to undertake manual handling
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity at all times

Safeguarding

Birtley House Independent School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025).

Birtley House Specialist School is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Important: Applications must be made via Kent Teach only. CVs will not be accepted.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is found.

Information about the school

We are a small, nurturing independent rural school set within a peaceful countryside environment, dedicated to supporting children with additional learning needs. Our pupils are aged 5–11 years (Year 1 to Year 6) and benefit from a warm, supportive community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to thrive.

Our school specialises in supporting children with a range of needs, including specific and general learning difficulties, speech and language difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, dyspraxia and anxiety. Approximately 90% of our pupils have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), allowing us to provide highly individualised support tailored to each child.

We recognise that every learner is unique. While some of our pupils are working below age-related expectations, many demonstrate strong academic ability and achieve above expected levels when given the right environment and guidance. For these pupils, our focus is often on developing social communication, confidence and emotional wellbeing, alongside academic learning.

As a small school, we are able to create a calm, inclusive and supportive atmosphere, where pupils benefit from personalised attention, structured support and a strong sense of belonging. Our rural setting provides opportunities for outdoor learning, exploration and wellbeing activities that complement classroom learning.

Safeguarding the children in our care is at the heart of everything we do. We are fully committed to maintaining the highest standards of child protection and safeguarding practice. All staff share responsibility for creating a safe, respectful and supportive environment for every pupil.

All candidates will be expected to follow the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo rigorous pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, social media screening and other employment vetting procedures in line with safeguarding regulations.

If you would like to learn more about our school and the work we do, we warmly encourage you to get in touch. We would be delighted to speak with you.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Sarah Whelan
• Address:Fawkham Road, West Kingsdown, Kent, TN15 6AY
• Telephone: 01474 853192
• Email: office@birtleyhouseschool.co.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Cleaner Job Description and Person Specification