At TEACH, we pride ourselves on providing a clean and safe learning environment for our children, staff, and visitors. We are looking for a dedicated, reliable individual to join our cleaning team and help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
12.5 hours per week.
Monday to Friday, 3 pm : 5.30 pm
Term time + Inset days + 30 hours to be worked in school closure periods
Salary Grade A (Point 2): A GBP 24404 pro:rata, (Actual Salary : A GBP
Permanent : Required March 2026
The TEACH Poole Multi Academy Trust was formed in April 2015. All four of our wonderful schools are graded as good or outstanding schools by Ofsted. We are extremely popular, over:subscribed, forward:thinking schools with supportive staff and fantastic children.
We are looking to appoint a Lead Cleaner to join our Trust to supervise a dedicated team under the direction of the Headteacher. The current vacancy is at Canford Heath Infant School.
Responsibilities
Supervise and support a team of cleaners, providing guidance, training, and motivation
Ensure all areas are sanitised, checked regularly, and maintained to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
Restock and order cleaning and hygiene supplies as needed
Clean classrooms, offices, hallways, toilets, and other school areas
Dust, sweep, mop, hoover, and polish floors
Empty bins and dispose of waste appropriately
Report any maintenance or repair needs to the Headteacher
Follow all health and safety regulations and safeguarding procedures
Requirements
Previous cleaning experience preferred but not required
Experience supervising or leading a team preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards
Good communication and people management skills
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
We Can Offer
Fun, friendly, and supportive staff who get on well together
Rights Respecting pupils with excellent attitudes to learning and outstanding behaviour
A fantastic induction programme
Enviable support at all levels, and a proactive approach to staff well:being, work:life balance, and care for each person as an individual, including the ability to take time off during term time
Beautiful school grounds and welcoming learning environments
Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured; and
Long service awards
Closing date : 27th February 2026
Interviews: 9th March 2026
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Teach Poole, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
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These schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous checks will be undertaken of the successful applicants background credentials including an enhanced DBS check. Suitability to work with children will be explored at interview.
Personal information provided by candidates will be securely filed electronically and password protected and paper copies locked in filing cabinets in a locked office. They will not be released to third parties outside the school without the consent of the person concerned, except where there is a legal requirement to do so. If the application does not proceed, the data will be securely disposed of after 6 months.