Cleaner

Overview

Light Years School is seeking a dedicated and reliable part-time Cleaner to join our team. This position involves working 3 hours each weekday, with flexible timings available before or after school. The role is term-time only, complemented by an additional 8-hour deep clean during each school holiday period (6 times a year).

As part of our commitment to staff wellbeing, the successful candidate will receive Light Years Education's comprehensive staff benefit package. This includes Vitality Health Insurance, a sick pay scheme, and exclusive discounts through Bright HR.

We would like to hear from anyone who takes great pride in their work and has high standards.

The ideal candidate will be:

Friendly, Flexible, and Reliable: Committed to completing all assigned cleaning tasks with a proactive attitude and the flexibility to take on additional duties as required

Caring, Cheerful, and Conscientious: A positive attitude is paramount in contributing to a welcoming environment.
Team Player with Initiative: Capable of following instructions while also working independently when required. This role is likely to include lone working.
Excellent Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues.
High Standards: Take pride in your work and maintain exceptional cleanliness throughout the school.
Willingness to Learn: Open to undertaking relevant training as required.
Policy Compliance: Thoroughly read, understand, and adhere to all school policies and procedures.
Observant and Responsible: Report any concerns to the Operations and Maintenance Manager promptly.
Confidentiality: Adhere to GDPR policies and procedures, treating all school matters with confidentially and the utmost discretion.

You will be required to work as part of our friendly team to carry out a range of cleaning duties in line with our Health and Safety Regulations and Procedures ensuring our school is a clean, safe and tidy environment for everyone.

The role will at times involve lone working, and successful applicants must be comfortable following the school’s Lone Working Policy to ensure their safety and wellbeing.

At Light Years School, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment, underpinned by our open door policy. If you are enthusiastic about maintaining our school’s cleanliness and contributing to a positive atmosphere for our students and staff, we would love to hear from you.

Salary

£13.50 per hour / Annual salary £8635

Location

Light Years School
Tewkesbury Avenue
Fareham
Hampshire
PO156LL

Deadline and how to apply

Please complete a Light Years School application form and email this to admin@lightyearseducation.co.uk

The closing date for this job is Friday 1st May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Light Years Application Form

Equal opportunities & Safeguarding

Light Years School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

Light Years Education and Light Years School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Shortlisted candidates may also be subject to an online search.

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.