Cleaner

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking a Cleaner to maintain a hygienic environment at Wakefield College. The role involves tasks such as dusting, mopping, and using cleaning machines. Previous cleaning experience and knowledge of Health and Safety are preferred, along with a willingness to undergo C.O.S.H.H. training. Additional benefits include generous annual leave, pension schemes, and personal development opportunities. Join us in making a difference in our educational spaces and enjoy a starting pay of £8,212 annually for 12.5 hours a week.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave (30 days + bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is essential.
• Knowledge of C.O.S.H.H. and Health and Safety regulations is preferred.
• Willingness to undertake necessary training.

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning services for a hygienic environment.
• Perform general cleaning duties including dusting and vacuuming.
• Use of electrical cleaning equipment for deep cleaning.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations

Willingness to undertake training in C.O.S.H.H.

Job description

Cleaner

Ref: 129782/136261

Location: Wakefield College

Pay: £8,212 per annum

Hours: 12.5 hours per week

6:00am – 08:30am Monday to Friday

As a member of the Estates department, you will provide cleaning services to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for all building users.

This will include carrying out the following cleaning duties:

• General dusting of furniture and fittings
• Cleaning of sanitary fittings
• Damp and wet mopping
• Vacuuming carpets
• Cleaning carpets with an electrical carpet cleaner
• Polishing and scrubbing floors using electrical scrubbing machines
• Cleaning internal glass

We are looking for someone with previous cleaning experience and training in C.O.S.H.H. and Health and Safety, or a willingness to undertake this training.

See what we have to offer and come and join us. You won’t be disappointed.

Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave (30 days annual leave pro rata + bank holidays + 5 Group closure days)
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Generous Contributory Pension Scheme
• Discounted Metro Card Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Reduced price personal gym membership
• Access to a wide range of high street discounts (retail, supermarkets and restaurants)
• Annual Staff Recognition Awards

Closing date: 6th January 2026

Interview date: To be confirmed

For further details, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note direct applicants only – no agency CV’s

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have worked/resided in if you are the preferred candidate for the post. Further details of how to obtain the additional check is here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.