Campus Cleaner (Evening)
Winchester College is seeking a dedicated Campus Cleaner to join our Facilities team. This pivotal part-time role offers the opportunity to contribute to the daily cleanliness and smooth operation of our distinguished campus.
The Role
Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Campus Cleaner will be responsible for the day-to-day cleanliness and event setup of all school buildings, excluding boarding houses. This includes administrative offices and some sports facilities. The team works largely unsupervised and is expected to be flexible to provide cover for absent colleagues when necessary.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* General Cleaning: Cleaning allocated areas, which may include cleaning showers and WCs, sweeping, mopping, dusting, polishing, emptying bins, and vacuuming.
* Outdoor Maintenance: Working outside, when required, to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of campus paths and associated areas.
* Window Cleaning: Periodically cleaning the insides of windows, which sometimes involves using a step ladder.
* Event Support: Assisting in the setting up of event venues such as music rooms, exam areas, day-to-day school activities and functions, as well as for school open days and events. This also includes assisting in moving and relocating items around the campus such as furniture, event kit, tables, and chairs.
* Minor Repairs & Reporting: Undertaking minor running repairs and immediately reporting any defects or safety hazards, and any accidents, however small, to the Facilities Team Leaders, Facilities Manager, or Heads of the Departments.
* Safety Checks: Participating in regular routine safety checks such as fire call point/extinguishers, emergency lighting, and water temperature of the areas you are assigned.
* Training & Development: Keeping up to date with cleaning methods and undertaking regular Health & Safety training as required.
About You
We are seeking an individual who demonstrates a positive and flexible approach to work, possess good attention to detail, and can work both individually and as part of a team.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Positive & Flexible Approach: Demonstrated positive and flexible approach to work.
* Teamwork & Initiative: Ability to work both individually and as part of a team, contributing to team spirit, and using your initiative.
* Reliability & Energy: High levels of energy, enthusiasm, and reliability.
* Attention to Detail: Good attention to detail in everything you do.
* Time Management: Ability to prioritise tasks and manage your time well/productively.
* Physical Capability: Capable of meeting the physical requirements of this role, including being able to lift reasonably heavy items such as cleaning equipment, full bin bags, and pieces of furniture.
* Inclusivity: A commitment to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture, with equality of opportunity for all.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
* Commercial Cleaning Experience: Experience of commercial cleaning and COSHH knowledge.
* Driving Licence: A driving licence would be an advantage.
* School Environment: Experience of working within a school environment.
What We Offer
* Start Date: As soon as possible.
* Working Hours: 12.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, Monday to Friday,
* Salary: £7, gross) per annum. Salary is paid monthly, in arrears, to a nominated back account in 12 equal payments. Salary levels are reviewed annually and these appointment will be next reviewed in 2025.
If you are a motivated and reliable individual looking for a dynamic part-time role within a supportive educational environment, we encourage you to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your application.
Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.
Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 9th September 2025.
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If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £7,936.50 per year
Expected hours: 12.5 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free fitness classes
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Gym membership
* On-site gym
* Referral programme
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person