School Cleaner - Bristol

Location: Bristol
Salary: £24,832.45 - £25,828.00 (£13.22 - £13.75 per hour)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, Term Time Only
Hours: 40 hours per week, term time only (41 weeks)
Start Date: 1 December 2026

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a School Cleaner to join a brand-new specialist school in Bristol, opening its doors in January 2027.

The school will provide a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious environment for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity of approximately 96 students, the school is committed to creating a safe, enriching and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive.

As a Cleaner, you will play an important role in helping create a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors from day one.

Your Responsibilities

You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the school, including classrooms, offices, corridors, toilets and communal areas.

Your duties will include:

• Cleaning classrooms, offices, toilets, corridors and communal areas to a high standard
• Vacuuming, mopping and maintaining hard and soft floor surfaces
• Emptying bins and replenishing hygiene and janitorial supplies
• Dusting, wiping and cleaning furniture, fixtures, fittings and surfaces
• Completing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules and checklists
• Safely using cleaning products and equipment in line with COSHH and health and safety guidance
• Reporting defects, maintenance concerns and potential hazards to the School Business Manager
• Supporting the wider school team in maintaining a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment

About You

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys contributing to a positive environment for children and young people.

You will ideally have:

• A strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A reliable, organised and flexible approach
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements and the safe use of cleaning products, or a willingness to learn
• A good level of fitness and the ability to carry out manual handling tasks safely
• Previous cleaning experience within a school or specialist/SEND environment is desirable but not essential

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.