Overview
12.5 hours per week, term time and additional holiday hours.
Location: St James' C of E Primary School, Harlow
Are you passionate and eager to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and nurturing environment? Join us at St James’, part of the Vine Schools Trust, where we empower all to flourish. We are dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive school community that values excellence, creativity, and personal growth. If you are ready to engage and support our pupils, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
The Vine Schools Trust is a Church of England multi-academy trust comprising 21 Primary schools. As part of the Diocese of Chelmsford, our mission is to inspire and support every child to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. Our vision and values are rooted in our strong Christian ethos, where we Empower All to Flourish, Deliver Ambition, Celebrate Uniqueness, Develop Faith, and Serve Local Communities.
What we are looking for
We seek to appoint an enthusiastic, well-motivated cleaner who can join our successful team.
* A strong understanding of Health & Safety
* Excellent organisational skills
* Can be flexible
The successful candidate will:
* Have a committed Christian Ethos
* Have a flexible approach to daily tasks and be able to work on their own initiative
* Can multitask and work calmly and accurately under pressure
* Be a team player
* Be enthusiastic and hardworking
* Have a commitment to professional and career development
School Profile
St James’ Church of England Primary School in Harlow offers a welcoming and inclusive environment rooted in Christian values. The school promotes spiritual, academic, and emotional growth, encouraging children to ‘Shine as lights in the world.’ It serves a diverse urban community and is committed to delivering a high-quality, engaging curriculum that inspires lifelong learning. The school is well-resourced, with strong leadership and a dedicated staff team who work together to support every child. Harlow offers excellent transport links to London and beyond, combining accessibility with green space. Staff at St James’ benefit from strong professional support and opportunities for growth within a caring, values-led culture. It’s an ideal environment for educators passionate about nurturing both character and achievement.
The successful candidate will meet the requirements of the job description and person specification and will be subject to an enhanced DBS Check. The Vine Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Visits to the school are welcome and recommended. To book an appointment, or for further information about this vacancy, please contact Mr Stuart Russell on 1279 432459 or email at admin.harlow@dcvst.org.
Closing Date for Applications: 03 rd October 2025
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to a successful enhanced DBS check and additional pre-employment checks. A full job description and person specification, our Privacy Notice and our Recruitment & Selection Policy Statement are available to view.
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