Job Description:

Location: Dartford, Kent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Contract: Temporary with potential for ongoing work
Working Pattern: Term-time only
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £14.24 per hour

Academics Ltd are currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking School Cleaner to join a friendly and welcoming secondary school in Dartford.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced cleaner looking for a part-time, term-time only role, working Monday to Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.

• Cleaning classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas.
• Vacuuming, mopping, sweeping and dusting throughout the school.
• Emptying bins and replenishing consumables where required.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Following health and safety procedures and COSHH guidelines.
• Reporting any maintenance, cleaning or health and safety concerns to the Site Team.
• Working independently and as part of the wider cleaning team.

• Previous cleaning experience, ideally within a school, office or commercial environment.
• A strong eye for detail and pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• The ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• A reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service OR be willing to pay for and obtain a new Enhanced DBS.
• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a safe environment for pupils.

• Part-time hours: 3:00pm-6:00pm, Monday to Friday.
• Term-time only working.
• Competitive hourly rate of £14.24 per hour.
• September 2026 start.
• Opportunity for ongoing work.
• Support from the dedicated Academics Ltd team throughout your placement.
• The opportunity to contribute to a clean, safe and welcoming school environment.

Please note: Applicants MUST already hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to pay for and obtain one.

If you're a dependable School Cleaner looking for a term-time only afternoon role in Dartford, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Academics Ltd for more information.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.