Cleaner
Part Time, Permanent (All Year Round)
Little Rooks Nursery at Rookwood School
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Rookwood School, Weyhill Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 3AL
Salary: £12.71 Per hour
Hours: 15 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 6.00pm–9.00pm
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per year
Little Rooks Nursery, part of Rookwood School, is seeking a reliable and hardworking Cleaning Operative to join our Estates team. This role is essential in ensuring our nursery environment remains clean, safe and welcoming for children, staff and visitors.
We are looking for an individual who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail and can work independently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the nursery.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean toilets and wash basins daily, replenishing toilet tissue, soap and other consumables as required
- Empty bins and replace waste sacks daily
- Clean and sanitise worktops, tables and other surfaces using the appropriate cleaning products
- Vacuum carpeted areas and mop hard floors to a high standard
- Remove marks and spillages promptly to maintain a safe environment
- Dust and clean window ledges, skirting boards, banisters and other fixtures as needed
- Ensure all areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation
- Request cleaning products and supplies through the Cleaning Supervisor as required
- Ensure doors and windows are secured at the end of each shift unless occupied by authorised staff
- Comply with all COSHH regulations, health and safety procedures and PPE requirements
- Report any hazards, maintenance issues or health and safety concerns promptly
- Operate cleaning equipment, such as scrubber/drier or buffing machines, where trained to do so
- Support periodic deep cleaning activities and other cleaning duties as required
Qualifications & Experience Desired
- Previous cleaning experience is desirable, preferably within a school, nursery or similar environment
- COSHH training desirable
- First Aid qualification desirable
- Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Reliable, trustworthy and committed to maintaining high standards
- Strong attention to detail and a positive attitude
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
This position would suit an experienced cleaner or someone looking to make a move into school sector. As a smaller school with a community culture, you will soon appreciate the warmth and sense of friendliness that embodies the institution.
Rookwood School is part of the Inspired Learning Group of schools, staff at Rookwood benefit from:
- Health plan that provides significant coverage such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Westfield rewards (discounts from various high street and online outlets).
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001226
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis as applications are received.
Safeguarding Statement
Rookwood School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks, including an exploration of any gaps in employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
INDLP
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
