[260708FR1] Cleaner

Pilgrim Primary Academy, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint two Cleaners to join our School

Post: Cleaner

Location: Pilgrim Primary Academy, Oxford Street, Plymouth, PL1 5BQ

Salary Range: Grade A, £25,614, pro-rata, per annum

£6,426 Actual Salary

Hours/Contract: Part-time, 10 hours per week, Permanent, Term time, 41 weeks a year

The Role: We are looking to recruit two new cleaners to join our friendly team. Duties include general cleaning of classrooms, offices, corridors and washrooms. You will be required to work 41 weeks per year (10 hours per week, 3.15pm - 5.15pm Monday to Friday plus a week’s deep clean in the Summer Holidays (20 hours) with flexibility for extra cleaning throughout the day if required.

School Background:

Pilgrim is a friendly, caring and welcoming place, with children's learning, happiness and well-being at the heart of all we do. We understand that children will only get the best education when there are strong and respectful relationships between both pupils, staff, parents and the wider community. We are very proud of the positive relationships that exist at Pilgrim.

Our aim is to develop confident young people who have high aspirations, a clear sense of themselves as learners and citizens, and who can contribute positively to their futures and those of others.

Trust Background: We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond.

We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside our primary, all-through and technical provision, we are proud to include a strong and integral network of seven special schools and one alternative provision setting.

These settings are a vital part of our community, providing inclusive, high-quality education for pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex learning profiles, autism, and social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as those who benefit from a more personalised approach. Together, we are committed to helping every young person thrive.

To apply for this opportunity, please complete our online application form by clicking ‘apply now’ on the advert

Next Steps: So if you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development, please get in touch by calling Mercedes Triscott, Office Manager on 01752 225319 or emailatmercedes.triscott@pilgrimprimary.org

Closing date: 29th October 2026

Interview Date: 4th November 2026

Opportunities and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities with many other benefits.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application before submitting.