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Cleaner  
Grade 1, £24,796pa (pro rata for 15 hours per week)
Permanent, Part Time,  15 hours per week
Start and finish time to be agreed with Premises Manager 
Required as soon as possible

Croft Community School is a generic special school for pupils who have moderate, severe, or profound and multiple learning difficulties or Autism Spectrum Conditions. 

We are looking for a trustworthy, hardworking, and dedicated Cleaner to join our school team. This is a vital role in ensuring that our premises are clean, and ready for staff and pupils each day.

About the Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for general cleaning duties across the school site.

Key Responsibilities:
• Carrying out routine cleaning tasks including classrooms, toilets, corridors, and communal areas
• Ensuring high standards of hygiene and cleanliness at all times
• Reporting any maintenance or health and safety issues
• Supporting the site team when required with occasional porterage or deliveries.

What We’re Looking For:
• Previous cleaning experience (preferable)
• Trustworthy and responsible.
• Ability to work independently with good time management skills
• Commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards
• Friendly, approachable, and flexible attitude.

Working Pattern:
• 15 hours per week
• Monday to Friday hours to be agreed with the Premises Manager.

Why Work With Us?
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• A valued role that contributes to the running and safety of the school
• Opportunities for training and development.

Application forms and an information pack are available from and returnable to Emma Peat, School Business Manager, Croft Community School, Greencroft Road End, Annfield Plain, Stanley, DH9 8PR or by email e.peat@croft.school 

Completed applications should be returned to Emma Peat at the above by noon on Friday 6th March 2026. Interview date to be confirmed. 

In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note we are unable to accept CV’s. Any information provided on CV’s will not be considered for shortlisting purposes.

Croft Community School is maintained by Durham County Council which is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are welcome from applicants from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

Croft Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.  

Croft Community School
Greencroft Road Ends
Annfield Plain
Stanley 
DH9 8PR

Tel:  01207 234547
Email:  e.peat@croft.school
Website:  www.croftcommunityschool.co.uk

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £24,796 pro rata

Location: Stanley, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant