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Cleaner x 2 - Orchard Manor School (Special Partnership Trust)
- Teignbridge, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £25,208 FTE per annum, £13.07 per hour
Hours: 1 x 12.5 hours per week (after school hours), 41 weeks per year (term time plus 2 weeks). 1 x 16 hours per week (time TBC) 41 weeks per year (term time plus 2 weeks). Welcome to Orchard Manor School At Orchard Manor School, we are proud to be a genuinely inclusive community where every pupil is recognised, valued and supported to feel a true sense of belonging. Our ethos is rooted in our core values of respect, relationships, kindness, community, and health & happiness, which are evident in everything we do and the way we work together each day. We are a specialist setting with an outstanding residential provision, supporting pupils aged 4–19 with autism, communication and interaction needs, as well as additional learning needs. Everything we do is centred around the child. By building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, families and professionals, we create a safe and nurturing environment where young people feel understood, respected and empowered to thrive. A significant part of our curriculum focuses on Communication, Language & Literature, delivered through a Total Communication approach. We recognise that communication is fundamental to wellbeing - supporting pupils’ health and happiness, enabling them to express themselves, build connections, and fully engage with the world around them. The Opportunity Orchard Manor School is looking to appoint a Cleaner to join our friendly and committed team. This is an important role in helping us maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will provide a professional and reliable cleaning service across the school site, working as part of the cleaning team to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene at all times. About the Role The role will include: Undertaking a set daily cleaning programme across the school. Cleaning classrooms, offices, meeting rooms, facilities and shared areas. Preparing and cleaning rooms for meetings. Carrying out periodic deep-cleaning tasks, including carpets, floors, windows, light fittings, walls, blinds and upholstery. Operating cleaning equipment and machinery safely and appropriately. Ensuring cloakrooms and facilities are stocked with soap, towels and other supplies; maintaining adequate stocks of cleaning materials. Undertaking emergency cleaning when required. Reporting any defects, concerns or security issues to the Site Supervisor or Line Manager. Acting as a joint key holder and supporting the security of the site, including alarm procedures. Following all relevant rules, regulations and procedures, including Health and Safety and COSHH. There may be a need to lift or move items of equipment as part of the role. The successful candidate will be expected to assess whether this can be done safely or whether support or additional equipment is required. About You We are looking for someone who: Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Is reliable, flexible and able to work well as part of a team. Has good interpersonal skills. Can work safely and follow procedures. Understands the importance of confidentiality and professional conduct. Is committed to supporting a clean and safe environment for pupils and staff. Previous cleaning experience in a school or similar environment is desirable. Knowledge of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations would also be an advantage. Why Join Orchard Manor School? At Orchard Manor School and the Special Partnership Trust, we are committed to supporting both our pupils and our staff. We offer: A competitive salary. Attractive terms and conditions, including holidays. Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. Family-friendly policies. Local and national discount schemes and initiatives. Continued professional development support. Support for staff wellbeing; The opportunity to work as part of the largest SEN provider in the county. A full induction programme and opportunities for professional development will be provided. Find Out More / Visit Us We warmly encourage informal visits so you can experience our school community and values in action. If you would like to get a feel of our school do have a look at our social media pages too - we are on Facebook , Instagram and X . Our website is, Orchard Manor School - Home . Email: HROMS@orchard-manor.org , Telephone: 01626 862363. Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of our safeguarding policy can be found here: Safeguarding Policy Webpage. This role falls under KCSIE regulated activities and as such it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children. How to apply Please complete your application on My New Term Education Job Search | Find Teaching, Leadership & School Support Jobs . Applicants are advised that submitting an incorrect or insufficiently completed application form will result in non-selection for interview. Particular attention should be made to career history since secondary education and referees meeting the required criteria. Please apply by 4pm on the closing date.
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School Administrator (Finance and IT) - Orchard Manor School (Special Partnership Trust)
- Teignbridge, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £25,923 FTE per annum (£23,755.79 actual salary)
Welcome to Orchard Manor School At Orchard Manor School, we are proud to be a truly inclusive community where every pupil is known, valued and supported to belong. Our work is grounded in our core values of respect, relationships, kindness, community, and health & happiness, which are lived through daily interactions across our school. We are a specialist school with an outstanding residential provision, supporting pupils aged 4–19 with autism and communication and interaction needs, alongside learning needs. We place the child firmly at the centre of everything we do. Through strong relationships with pupils, families and professionals, we create a safe, nurturing environment where pupils feel respected, understood and able to thrive. A significant proportion of our curriculum is dedicated to Communication, Language & Literature, underpinned by a Total Communication approach. Communication is central to wellbeing — supporting pupils’ health & happiness, enabling them to connect, express themselves, and participate fully in their community. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join Orchard Manor School as a School Administrator (Finance and IT), providing essential support across our busy and welcoming school community. This varied role is ideal for someone who enjoys working at the heart of school life, combining front-of-house responsibilities with finance, IT and general administrative support to help the school run smoothly and effectively. About the Role Working closely with the Office Manager and wider school team, you will provide high-quality administrative support across a range of areas including reception, finance processes, IT coordination and school systems. You will be a key point of contact for families, staff, visitors and external professionals, helping to ensure a professional, efficient and responsive service at all times. The role requires excellent organisation, attention to detail, discretion and the ability to remain calm and flexible in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Providing reception cover and welcoming visitors, families and professionals while following safeguarding procedures. Managing calls, emails, messages and appointments in a professional and timely manner. Supporting school finance tasks including payments, purchase requisitions, invoice processing and record keeping. Coordinating IT-related administration, including logging issues, arranging repairs and issuing equipment. Providing administrative support for school systems, events, inspections and day-to-day office functions. Working flexibly as part of the wider administration team to support the needs of the school. About You A confident communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills. Well organised, proactive and able to prioritise a varied workload effectively. Experienced in administration, with strong IT skills and excellent attention to detail. Able to handle sensitive information with confidentiality, discretion and integrity. A flexible and resilient team player who remains calm under pressure. Committed to safeguarding, equality and supporting the positive ethos of the school. Why Join Orchard Manor School? A welcoming, inclusive and values-driven school community where every member of staff is valued. strong culture built on respect, positive relationships, kindness and community. The opportunity to work in a distinctive specialist setting with residential provision and enriching outdoor learning experiences. Find Out More / Visit Us We warmly encourage informal visits so you can experience our school community and values in action. If you would like to get a feel of our school do have a look at our social media pages too - we are on Facebook , Instagram and X . Our website is, Orchard Manor School - Home . Email: HROMS@orchard-manor.org Telephone: 01626 862363. Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of our safeguarding policy can be found here: Safeguarding Policy Webpage. This role falls under KCSIE regulated activities and as such it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children. How to apply Please complete your application on My New Term Education Job Search | Find Teaching, Leadership & School Support Jobs . Applicants are advised that submitting an incorrect or insufficiently completed application form will result in non-selection for interview. Particular attention should be made to career history since secondary education and referees meeting the required criteria. Please apply by 4pm on the closing date.
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Mobile Catering Assistant - Academies for Character and Excellence
- Exeter, Devon
- Part Time
- Actual salary: £10,301 + 55p business mileage
Based between St Gabriel's Primary Hub kitchen & Newtown Primary as transported lunch service Start in September 2026 The Academies for Character and Excellence has twenty Primary Schools making up a dynamic and innovative learning organisation. We are truly collaborative and we work together within, and across, our schools to ensure that all our children and members of staff achieve their potential. Together we work to create a full and rich curriculum offer allowing everyone to flourish - we translate our vision of excellence into our every-day practice. We are proud of our successful learning outcomes, but we aspire to achieve more than just academic excellence for our children. We also want our children to become successful learners, healthy thinkers, curious explorers, caring citizens, knowledgeable participants and confident individuals. We are looking for a Mobile Catering Assistant to join our award-winning friendly teams at St Gabriel's C of E Primary and Newtown Primary on a permanent, part-time basis. We are ideally seeking an individual that has previous experience within the catering sector and welcome enthusiastic individuals who are looking to develop within the catering industry. ACE Catering prides itself on freshly prepared, local and seasonal produce and providing nutritious and tasty meals for its pupils. As a Mobile Catering Assistant your overall role is to assist the hub kitchen at St Gabriel's Primary School in preparing meals for a transported service and facilitate the meals service at Newtown Primary School. This role requires that you must be able to drive and have your own transport. Travel expenses will be paid from the hub kitchen. The responsibilities are shared within the team and include preparation, cooking, storing, cleaning duties, delivery and presentation in order to support the catering operation and maintain the efficient running of the kitchen. The role includes maintaining high standards and ensuring a clean, hygienic and organised environment. We welcome applications from highly who will work effectively as part of our excellent team and contribute to wider school life, building positive relationships with all members of our community. We are looking for applicants who are dedicated to making a difference to children’s lives and to ensure every child has the opportunities they deserve We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this post. For further information please email Charlotte Wilson on charlotte.wilson@acexcellence.co.uk An application form is available to download either from our website http://www.acexcellence.co.uk/ace-trust-vacancies or by emailing Charlotte Wilson. Applications must be completed and emailed to recruitment@acexcellence.co.uk Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 29th June 2026.
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