Job Introduction
Poplar Farm School requires a Cleaner.
Contract Type: Part-Time - 12.5 hours a week (3pm - 5.30pm,) Monday - Friday, term time only + 1 week in the summer
Start Date: 02/06/25
Poplar Farm is a new school which opened in September 2018. We are a warm, caring, inclusive and vibrant school where pupils are at the heart of every decision we make. Poplar Farm pupils are happy and confident, they are problem solvers, open minded, resilient and motivated to learn. We have a generous school site, with creative, bespoke learning areas both inside and outside.
The school is part of CIT (Community Inclusive Trust), a Multi Academy Trust comprising of special and mainstream primary schools across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.
Please refer to the job description and person specification for more information about this role and to ensure your suitability for this role.
The successful candidate will:
- Have knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Have good attention to detail and a proactive approach to cleaning tasks.
- Be reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Previous experience in cleaning, preferably in a school or commercial environment, is advantageous but not essential.
The benefits we can offer:
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
- A supportive induction process to help you develop within this role to be the best you can be and develop for your next career step.
- Access to high quality continuous professional development opportunities.
- A rewarding role where no two days are the same!
- Flexible working opportunities from day one of your employment with CIT.
- Access to the Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- An Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (salary dependent)
- A Bike2Work Scheme
For more information about this role or to arrange a visit to the school please contact enquiries@poplarfarmsch-cit.co.uk
To apply online, please visit the school website at https://www.poplarfarmsch-cit.co.uk or CIT website www.citacademies.co.uk/work-with-us
Closing date for applications: Midday, Monday 12 May 2025
Interviews will take place: week beginning Monday 19 May 2025
CIT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.
Applicants may also be subject to a social media presence check.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
