Cleaner

Wickersley Partnership Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Westfield Health

Professional Growth

Job summary

Wickersley Partnership Trust is seeking a dedicated Cleaner for Monkwood Primary School (Woodland View Provision). The role supports a clean, safe environment for pupils and staff, working 7.5 hours per week after school in term time.

The post is permanent with a competitive Band 1 salary (£24,796) pro rata for part‑time hours. You will join a facilities team, under supervision, ensuring classrooms and communal spaces are hygienic and well maintained for the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience cleaning in educational settings preferred.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and COSHH.
• Ability to follow instructions and keep areas safe.
• Willingness to work under direction and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Cleaning Supervisor/Caretaker, be responsible for the cleanliness of a specified area within the academy to ensure hygiene standards are maintained. This will include working to a set timescale.
• Undertake appropriate training to understand the correct ways to use and store cleaning equipment and domestic products in order to comply with Health and Safety regulations.
• Be vigilant to risks and hazards and ensure these are reported correctly under COSHH in order to maintain a high level of Health and Safety.
• Be responsible for replenishing hygiene items, such as soap and towels, in order to support staff, pupils, and visitors to maintain personal hygiene standards.
• Maintain required cleaning records in order to comply with Health and Safety and academy procedures.
• Work as a team with other cleaning staff to ensure the whole academy is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hygiene standards

Teamwork

COSHH awareness

Reliability

Job description

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ROLE: Cleaner

SCHOOL: Monkwood Primary School (Woodland View Provision),Wickersley Partnership Trust

SALARY: WPT Band 1 £24796 (Pro rata £4426)

CONTRACT: Permanent,

HOURS: 7.5 Hours per week, Afternoon 3.30pm - 5pmTerm time only including Insets

Do you take pride in a job well done? We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Cleaner to join our facilities team, helping to create a sparkling, safe, and welcoming environment where our students can thrive.

About WPT

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never do less for other people's children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

About the Role

As a Cleaner, you play a vital role in the daily running of the academy. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in your designated area. Working under the guidance of the Cleaning Supervisor or Caretaker, you will ensure that classrooms, corridors, and communal spaces are safe, sanitary, and ready for the school day. This is a hands‑on role where your attention to detail will directly contribute to the health and well‑being of our school community.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Cleaning Supervisor/Caretaker, be responsible for the cleanliness of a specified area within the academy to ensure hygiene standards are maintained. This will include working to a set timescale.
• Undertake appropriate training to understand the correct ways to use and store cleaning equipment and domestic products in order to comply with Health and Safety regulations.
• Be vigilant to risks and hazards and ensure these are reported correctly under COSHH in order to maintain a high level of Health and Safety.
• Be responsible for replenishing hygiene items, such as soap and towels, in order to support staff, pupils, and visitors to maintain personal hygiene standards.
• Maintain required cleaning records in order to comply with Health and Safety and academy procedures.
• Work as a team with other cleaning staff to ensure the whole academy is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes
• Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription
• Professional Growth and Development

Closing Date: Noon, Tuesday 1st September 2026

Interviews taking place from Week Commencing 7th September 2026

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service