Cleaner - Headfield Junior School

Kirklees Council; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 7,600 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Council is seeking a dedicated cleaner for Headfield CE (C) Junior School in Dewsbury. This temporary, full-time role runs until 31 July 2027 with a salary of £8,999 per year. You will be responsible for maintaining high hygiene standards across the school, following safety guidelines, and working as part of a team.

DBS check is required; closing date 18 October 2026. The role requires physical tasks such as lifting, moving furniture, and using cleaning equipment as instructed.

Qualifications

• Willingness to use powered machinery with instructions.
• Willingness to move furniture as required.
• Ability to use stepladders if required.
• Willingness to clean all areas including toilets.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Skills

Teamwork

Cleaning duties

Powered machinery

Stepladders

Furniture moving

Job description

Location(s)

Vicarage Road, Savile Town, Dewsbury WF12 9PD

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Headfield CE (C) Junior School

Hours

13 - Full time

Number of Jobs

1

Position type

Temporary

Length of contract

2nd November 2026 - 31st July 2027

Grade

Grade 1

Salary

£8,999

Advert Wording

You will be required to maintain the highest possible standards of hygiene and cleanliness in a manner which is safe both to the post holder, colleagues and other building users.

It Is Essential That You

• Are able and willing to use powered machinery (with instructions);
• are able and willing to move furniture (e.g. desks and chairs) around, as required;
• are able and willing to use stepladders (if required);
• have a willingness to clean e.g. sweep, mop, polish and dust, including toilet areas;
• have a willingness to work as part of a team.

Important Information

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Closing date

18 October 2026, 11:55 PM