Hours of work: 16.5
Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Fixed-term for: 12 months
Closing date: Monday 22 September 2025
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Hollington Primary School
Hollington Old Lane
Hastings
East Sussex
TN38 9DS
Phone:
Email: .e-
Website:
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
Application process can be completed vis the following link:
We are looking for a cleaner to join our lovely maintenance team at our lovely school, this new position is term time only plus 3 weeks which is 42 weeks per year and 16 hours per week. This role is fixed term until 31st August 2026.
Key responsibilities include:
* Cleaning.
* Washing.
* Sweeping.
* Vacuum cleaning.
* Emptying of litter bins.
* Polishing and dusting of designated areas (which may include toilets and shower areas).
* Polishing fixtures and fittings, using where appropriate, powered equipment.
* Cleaning sickness and bodily fluids when required, using correct PPE, chemicals and equipment.
* Storage and usage of chemicals in accordance with COSH Regulations 2002
Hollington Primary School is a 1-2 form entry school who joined The Pioneer Academy in September 2023. We have a substantial school site and extensive facilities, complete with a school nursery. We have a large staff team, and, more importantly, wonderful pupils. Our dedicated and enthusiastic team strive for the best for all children, and are committed to a rapid journey of improvement with The Pioneer Academy.
Hollington Primary School is part of The Pioneer Academy Trust which is an academy trust with schools across London and the South East. At The Pioneer Academy, we put children first, pioneering excellence and championing each and every child. All our schools, ranging from small infant schools to large primary schools, work collaboratively, sharing resources and expertise. Find out more at: The Pioneer Academy - Hollington Primary School and
Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged via the school office on or email .e- .
At The Pioneer Academy, we take the wellbeing and mental health of our staff seriously which is why we are committed to regular reviews of staff well-being and reducing staff workload. We create bespoke career pathways for every member of staff, identifying and growing talent, with outstanding professional development opportunities at every stage of your career. We also have an Employee Assistance Programme with a range of resources to support wellbeing which is available to all employees and their immediate family members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
What we offer you:
* A friendly, dedicated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school, the Trust and in the local community.
* High quality development programme with induction programmes for all new staff.
* Excellent CPD opportunities,
* A supportive and collaborative working ethos, including support from the Trust's Central Executive Team and a range of experts, such as specialists in pupil welfare, SEND and behaviour.
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling.
* Access to discounted wrap around childcare for staff.
* Free academy-wide social events throughout the year.
If you are interested in applying for the post, please see the Job Description/Person Specification. To apply for this vacancy, please complete the application form, completing a full education and employment history since leaving school and indicating how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a self-disclosure declaration with your application. Applications should be submitted via My New Term.
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to interview. In line with Keeping children safe in education 2025 online searches will be completed as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates, searching online content that is publicly available for inappropriate online content that may suggest that a shortlisted candidate may not be suitable to work with children, or that may harm the reputation of the school. If any issues of concern come up in online searches, shortlisted candidates will have an opportunity to address these at interview. An Enhanced DBS certificate will be required on provisional offer, including a check of the Children's Barred List. Further vetting checks, in line with the requirements of Keeping children safe in education 2025 will be completed following a provisional offer of appointment. Where applicable, if an applicant with a provisional offer of employment has lived and/or worked outside the UK, they will be required to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct.
The Pioneer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. Our Academy Safeguarding Policy for September 2025 is attached for you to review.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS ADVERT EARLY. AND SUITABLE CANDIDATES MAY BE INTERVIEWED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE
Additional Information
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to .
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.