Part Time School Cleaner

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Job Title: Part Time School Cleaner
Location: Overton School, Ludlow, SY8 4AD
Salary: £11,819.00 per annum / £13.25 p/h ( not pro rata )
Hours: 20 hours per week Monday to Friday 3.00pm - 7.00pm
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: February 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

We're looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Part-Time School Cleaner to join our Facilities Team at Overton School.

About the Role
You'll help keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming, ensuring the environment is ready for learning every day. You'll be part of a supportive team while also able to work independently when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning tasks and occasional ad-hoc duties
• Clean surfaces, fixtures, fittings, floors, walls, and internal woodwork according to the cleaning schedule
• Maintain cleanliness of toilets, changing rooms, and other sanitary areas
• Complete deep-cleaning programmes during school closure periods
• Collect and dispose of waste appropriately
• Restock and replace consumables as needed
• Ensure cleaning supplies are stored securely and neatly

Who We're Looking For

• Clear communication skills and ability to follow instructions
• Reliable team player with a flexible, can-do attitude
• Someone who takes pride in their work and maintains high cleaning standards
• Positive and proactive approach to contributing to a supportive school environment
• Previous cleaning experience in a school or similar setting is desirable

About Us

Overton School provides specialist education for young people aged 7-18 within a nurturing and therapeutic setting. We support autistic individuals, as well as those with learning disabilities and other complex needs.

Located in the beautiful Shropshire countryside near Ludlow, our Victorian school building has been thoughtfully adapted to meet the diverse needs of up to 45 pupils, offering dedicated learning spaces for bespoke educational pathways.

We are committed to improving the lives of our pupils, supporting their families, and fostering positive engagement with the wider community, ensuring every young person has the opportunity to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.