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We are looking to appoint a Cleaning Operative to join our team. If you are interested in working with young people and would like to help them as they prepare for their future working lives, we would like to hear from you.

About the role

We are looking for an individual to undertake the day-to-day cleaning and sanitisation of the building and facilities, ensuring Health & Safety compliance at all times. The successful candidate will join an academy which is dynamic and inspiring, creating a culture of outstanding success amongst our students.

To succeed, you will have previous experience in a similar environment with basic cleaning methods and the use of equipment. You will have a good standard of literacy and numeracy and the ability to work on your own initiative and within a team.

We are keen to secure a positive Cleaning Operative who can make a telling contribution to our team. The department is part of a well led, mutually supportive cleaning team and the appointed candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues and will be supported by a Cleaning Supervisor and strong SLT.

About us

Following its most recent Ofsted inspection in April 2026, Sutton Community Academy continues to demonstrate its commitment to delivering a high-quality education at the heart of its community. Inspectors recognised the academy’s ambitious leadership, inclusive culture and unwavering focus on ensuring every student is known, valued and supported to succeed. The report highlights the positive relationships between staff and students, the strong culture of safeguarding, and the high expectations that underpin behaviour and learning across the academy.

Sutton Community Academy is proud of its nurturing and aspirational environment, where students benefit from a broad curriculum, effective pastoral support and a wide range of personal development opportunities. Ofsted acknowledged the academy’s continued improvement journey, noting the dedication of staff and leaders in creating a school where pupils feel safe, respected and motivated to achieve their potential. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking academy that is transforming lives and making a meaningful difference to its local community.

About Academy Transformation Trust

Our ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people where they are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave us capable, competent and confident and take their place in the community of educated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed and they do will be capable, competent and confident. We would love to hear from those who want to join us in that mission.

In Return

• An amazing people development offer through our ATT Institute providing you with continuous self-development.
• A comprehensive package of benefits via our Viv-Up staff benefits platform. You will enjoy a generous pension scheme, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work and gym schemes, cinema tickets and an employee assistance program.
• The chance to progress your career.

We are an open school and proud of what we do – visits are welcome.

Sutton Community Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2026. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.

Job Details

Company: Sutton Community Academy

Salary: £5,764 to £5,764 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 1EE

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 14 Sept 2026

Closing date: 29 Sept 2026

Interview date: To be confirmed

This vacancy may close earlier than the closing date if suitable applications are received, therefore, it is advised to apply early.

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