We are recruiting reliable, experienced cleaners to work in schools across Leicester on short- to medium-term contracts. These roles require people who can turn up, work hard, and follow instructions in a school environment where standards and safeguarding matter.
This is not casual cleaning work. Experience is expected.
Key Responsibilities
General cleaning of classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, and communal areas.
Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting to a high standard.
Cleaning and sanitising touch points and high-traffic areas.
Emptying bins and disposing of waste correctly.
Using cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and correctly.
Following school health & safety and safeguarding procedures at all times.
Locking up and securing areas where required.
Person Specification
Essential
Previous professional cleaning experience (school or commercial preferred).
Ability to work independently and complete tasks to a high standard.
Reliable, punctual, and consistent — no excuses.
Physically capable of manual cleaning duties.
Basic understanding of health & safety procedures.
Willingness to work in different school settings across Leicester.
Desirable
Previous experience cleaning in schools or similar environments.
Knowledge of COSHH.
Flexibility to accept short-notice bookings.
Safeguarding & Compliance
Enhanced DBS check required.
Two references required, including most recent employer.
Proof of right to work in the UK required.
Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a safe environment for children.
Additional Information
Roles available across Leicester.
Contracts range from a few weeks to several months.
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Flexibility and reliability are essential — schools depend on this role