Cleaner

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference SCJB/1109_1789109405
Closing date October 11, 2026
Location Blackburn, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Job Title: School Cleaner Location: Primary Schools in Blackburn & Darwen Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking reliable and hardworking School Cleaners to support a range of primary schools across Blackburn and Darwen. This role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout school premises, helping to create a safe, welcoming, and well-presented environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. You will work within established cleaning schedules and procedures, ensuring classrooms, communal areas, toilets, and other facilities are cleaned and maintained to a high standard.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets, and communal areas
  • Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and polishing floors and surfaces
  • Emptying bins and disposing of waste in accordance with school procedures
  • Replenishing hygiene and cleaning supplies where required
  • Following health and safety guidelines and reporting any maintenance concerns

    • Requirements:

  • Previous cleaning experience within a school, commercial, or similar environment is desirable
  • Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • Understanding of health and safety procedures relating to cleaning activities
  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

    • Benefits:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Flexible opportunities across a variety of primary schools
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Regular temporary and long-term work available

    • Safeguarding & Application Requirements: All applicants are required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, provide professional references, and obtain Overseas Police Clearances where applicable. Work history should cover the past 10 years of employment with explanations for any gaps. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be available for a registration interview.

    About Us: Veritas Education partners with primary, secondary, and early years settings across the region, providing high-quality teaching and support staff to meet a wide range of staffing needs.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • 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
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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