The Whitstable School is looking to recruit a cleaner, this is an opportunity to be part of a small, friendly cleaning team who play a key role within the school.

The aim of the role is to provide a good cleaning service that is responsive to the needs of the school, resulting in a clean and healthy environment or pupils and staff.
Duties include all aspects of cleaning within a school including the daily cleaning of classrooms, office and washroom areas.

We are looking for someone who is:
• Reliable
• Responsible
• A good time-keeper
• Previous experience of school cleaning is preferable however, training will be provided.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.(https://www.swale.at/_site/data/files/vacancies/tws/cleaner/8C58C03EDDD0BBD6FC5C777D00BD29A7.pdf)

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:
● Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
● Enhanced Maternity Pay
● Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
● Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
● Access to training and development
● On-site Parking
● Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
● Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
● Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?
Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements. Applications should be made through Kent Teach, or by submitting a SAT Application Form to tws_hr@swale.at.
Due to 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' candidates will be required to complete an application form prior to attending an interview, if they have not submitted one in their application.

Interviews may take place before the allocated date.

For further information about the role, visits to the school or an informal discussion, please contact Chris Branson via chris.branson@swale.at or 01227 931300.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust 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 is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.