Job Description
Job Title: Cleaner
Location: Saint John Houghton Catholic Voluntary Academy, Abbot Rd, Ilkeston DE7 4HX
Contract Dates: 1st December 2025 – 20th February 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM (12.5 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour (PAYE)
Employer: Vertas Group Limited (via Agency)
Reason for hire: Vacant post cover
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Join the Team – Help Keep Our School Spotless
Vertas Group Limited is looking for a dedicated Cleaner to support the day-to-day hygiene and upkeep of Saint John Houghton Catholic Voluntary Academy. This part-time role is ideal for someone looking to work afternoons in a school-based setting and take pride in maintaining clean, safe learning spaces.
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Key Responsibilities
* Cleaning classrooms, corridors, toilets, and communal spaces
* Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and disinfecting high-touch areas
* Emptying bins and handling waste appropriately
* Adhering to health and safety regulations and cleaning protocols
* Reporting any issues or hazards to the site manager
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Who We’re Looking For
* Reliable and punctual, with strong attention to detail
* Able to follow instructions and cleaning schedules independently
* Friendly, responsible, and professional at all times
* Previous cleaning experience is helpful but not required
* Must be eligible to work in the UK and provide references
Requirements
Compliance Requirements
This role is based in a school and requires the following:
* Enhanced DBS Check with Barred List – must be current or candidates must be willing to obtain one
* CV and proof of right to work in the UK
* Proof of address and National Insurance number
* 3 years of references
* Overseas Police Check (if applicable)
Requirements
DBS Certificate (Dated within the past 2 years) Passport or Birth Certificare Proof of Address (Dated within the past 3 months) Proof of NI If a Non-UK resident a Share Code is needed On certain sites the further checks will be required: An adverse financial credit check will need to be carried out 5 years employment history from https://www.gov.uk/get-proof-employment-history