We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to join our friendly team at Lucton School. Could that be you?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and would enjoy working within a welcoming school and boarding environment.
About Lucton School
Lucton School is a thriving, co-educational, independent day and boarding school set within the idyllic Herefordshire countryside, welcoming students from 6 months to 18 years.
The children at Lucton are at the heart of everything that we do. Their enthusiasm and passions are nurtured by a dedicated team of teachers who inspire students to give their very best both inside and outside the classroom, at school, and at home.
We aim to encourage intellectual curiosity and productive learning habits in both our students and staff. Whether you are fully trained or seeking further qualifications, we have many opportunities for you to broaden your skill set and reach your career goals.
About the Position
Contract: Part-time, Permanent, Term Time
Hours: 26 hours per week, 4 days per week, 9:00am–4:00pm
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Start date: September 2026
Working primarily within our boarding house and school areas, you will help maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, toilets, communal areas and corridors.
- Vacuuming, mopping, dusting and cleaning surfaces, fixtures and fittings.
- Cleaning and sanitising bathroom and toilet facilities.
- Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Changing bed linen and assisting with laundry duties where required.
- Replenishing cleaning and hygiene supplies.
- Reporting maintenance issues, damage or health and safety concerns.
- Following cleaning procedures, COSHH requirements and health and safety guidance.
- Working sensitively within the boarding environment and respecting pupils' privacy and belongings.
- Following the School's safeguarding procedures at all times.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Reliable, hardworking and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Well organised with good attention to detail.
- Professional and respectful when working around children and young people.
- Able to follow health and safety, COSHH and safeguarding procedures.
- Flexible and willing to support the wider cleaning team when required.
Previous cleaning experience would be advantageous, particularly within a school, boarding, hospitality or similar environment, but is not essential.
Why Choose Us?
At Lucton School, we value the contribution of every member of our team. Our benefits include:
- Company pension scheme
- Company sick pay
- Life assurance worth three times your annual salary
- Free lunch provided
- Refer-a-friend scheme with financial reward
- Wellbeing and wellness programme
- Ongoing training and professional development
If you take pride in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment and would like to become part of the Lucton School community, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Lucton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the candidate. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
