Location
Rishton Methodist School, George Street, Rishton, Blackburn, BB1 4JF (148 on roll)
Tel: 01254 887223
School website: www.rishton.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Summary
Primary School part-time Cleaner Rishton
Location: Rishton Methodist Primary School, Lancashire
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Contract: Part-Time, 10 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 3:30pm to 5:30pm)
Salary: Foundation Living Wage £13.45 per hour
We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and conscientious School Cleaner to join our friendly team at Rishton Methodist Primary School.
This important role helps ensure that our school remains a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. Working after the school day has ended, you will take pride in maintaining high standards throughout the school and contributing to the wellbeing of our whole school community.
Key Responsibilities
- Cleaning classrooms, corridors, toilets and other communal areas
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the school
- Using cleaning equipment and materials safely and in accordance with health and safety procedures
- Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately
- Reporting any maintenance issues or health and safety concerns to the relevant staff member
- Supporting the school in creating a safe, welcoming and positive environment for all
About You
The successful candidate will:
- Be reliable, punctual and able to work independently
- Have a keen eye for detail and take pride in their work
- Be committed to maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic environment
- Have previous cleaning experience (preferred but not essential)
- Be a positive team player with a strong work ethic
What We Offer
- A supportive and welcoming school community
- Full training and ongoing support
- Consistent part-time hours
- The opportunity to play a valued role in the daily life of the school
- A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional support
At Rishton Methodist Primary School, every member of staff plays an important part in creating a positive environment where children can learn, grow and thrive. We value kindness, teamwork and taking pride in what we do, and we would love to hear from applicants who share these values.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please complete the application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
Closing Date: Monday 10th August 12:00 noon
Interview Date: Monday 24th August- morning.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Proposed Interview Date:
24/08/2026
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
