Harrow Gate - Cleaner

The Enquire Learning Trust; Wakefield Regional Council; On-site; AUD 6,600 - 9,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership of the Pension Scheme

Development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme provided

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

The Enquire Learning Trust is seeking a reliable cleaner for Harrow Gate Primary Academy. The role covers cleaning classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices and shared spaces to a high standard, with training provided for site procedures.

The role supports a welcoming, safe environment for pupils and staff, with term-time hours and a pension scheme visit. DBS safeguarding applies.

Qualifications

• For this role, reliability and the ability to work without direct supervision are essential.
• An eye for cleanliness and safety compliance is required.
• Training will be provided for site-specific procedures.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices and shared areas to a high standard.
• Ensure cleaning supplies are stored safely and used correctly.
• Support the smooth daily running of the school environment.
• Contribute to a welcoming atmosphere for pupils, staff and visitors.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Independent

Attention to detail

Health and safety

Teamwork

Cleaning experience

Job description

Closing date for applications: 15 October 2026, 3.00pm

Interview Date: 19 October 2026

Reference Number: ELTSEP2632

Job Title: Cleaner
Reference Number:ELTSEP2632

Working Hours: 10 hours per week

Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday between 4.00 pm and 6.00 pm

Salary Scale: NJC SCP 3

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: TBC

Location: Harrow Gate Primary Academy

About us
Our academy is a 2-form entry school, and we currently have 405 pupils on roll; this includes FTE place Nursery provision for 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds. As part of The Enquire Learning Trust, we work collaboratively with other academies and share best practice to enhance provision and transform the culture of learning and teaching.
The staff and Academy Improvement Committee are committed to ensuring that the children enjoy their learning, feel safe and are well cared for within an environment of mutual respect, where the views and opinions of the whole school community are valued.

About the role
The role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. Duties will include cleaning classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, and shared areas, as well as ensuring cleaning supplies are used and stored safely. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the school and creating a welcoming environment for learning.

What we are looking for

We are seeking to appoint a dependable and dedicated cleaner to work collaboratively within our academy’s premises/cleaning team. Full details of the responsibilities, duties and tasks, skills and functions are detailed in the Job Description (please see Section 5). This is an exciting opportunity for the right person with the following qualities/abilities:

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Good attention to detail
• Able to follow health and safety procedures
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Previous cleaning experience (desirable but not essential, as training will be provided)

What we can offer

• Membership of the Pension Scheme
• Opportunities for development and progression
• Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
• Cycle to Work Scheme Lifestyle savings

For more information, please contact:
By telephoning 01642 673984 or by email [e-mail]

DBS/Safeguarding Statement
The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an
Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.