Cleaner

Role overview

This post is for a cleaner at Melton Vale Sixth Form College, part of Nova Education Trust. The college is recognised for its well-kept facilities, and the successful candidate will help maintain a high-quality learning environment through both routine and occasional cleaning duties.

Working pattern and contract

The role is a permanent position for 41 weeks each year. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm, which totals 12.5 hours per week. The 41-week pattern includes term time, training days, and two additional weeks in late August to support a deep clean.

Salary is listed as Scale 1 Point 3, equivalent to £24,796 pro rata per year and £7,561 actual per year. Another pay reference is provided as £12.85 per hour. Benefits mentioned include pension, healthcare, and CPD.

The start date is expected to be May/June 2026. The closing date shown is 30 June 2026, although the advert also states that applications will be reviewed as they are received once they are complete, so there is no fixed closing date in practice.

Team and environment

The Site Manager leads the cleaning team, which sits within the wider Business Support Team led by the College Business Manager. That team supports non-teaching functions such as operations, facilities, admissions, finance, marketing, HR, governance, and senior leadership support. Cleaners work alongside teaching staff to help provide an excellent educational experience for students.

What the job involves

You will carry out a mix of regular and ad-hoc cleaning tasks to keep the site safe, tidy, and well presented. The post suits someone who enjoys practical work, notices detail, and takes satisfaction in seeing the impact of their efforts each day.

Person profile

The college is looking for someone dependable, hardworking, approachable, adaptable, and consistently positive. A professional manner is essential, as the role involves modelling appropriate workplace behaviour to young people.

Additional information

Reference: APR20260334. The location listed in the advert is Melton Vale Sixth Form College, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1DN, while the reference section also mentions Melton Vale. Applicants may request an informal conversation before applying by contacting Samantha Newark, Business Manager, on 01664 504751. Visits to the college are encouraged.

Nova Education Trust is a cross-phase multi-academy trust based in Nottinghamshire, with schools across both primary and secondary settings. Its stated purpose is to achieve the best outcomes for every child.

Safeguarding and recruitment checks

The organisation welcomes applications from all parts of the community. The college is committed to safeguarding children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share that commitment. Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with Department for Education requirements.