Cleaning Assistant

Place Partnership; Horbury; Presencial; GBP 15.000 - 21.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension scheme

Annual leave 26 days

Tech scheme

Discount platform Place Plus

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Healthcare Cash Plans

Cycle to Work Scheme

On-site parking

Descripción de la vacante

Place Partnership is recruiting a Cleaning Assistant for Horbury Academy. The role supports the Cleaning Team to maintain a clean, safe environment that supports teaching and student wellbeing.

You will report to the Cleaning Supervisor and perform routine cleaning across classrooms, corridors, toilets and communal areas. Hours are Monday to Friday, 3.15pm to 6.00pm, with the opportunity to cover additional shifts.

Descripción del empleo

Horbury Academy Permanent Closes Nov 23, 2026 at 09:00 AM

£13.28 per hour

Description

Location: Horbury Academy

Salary: Band B, £13.28 Per Hour

Contract: Various Shifts Available, Full Year

About the Role

Horbury Academy are seeking to appoint a dedicated and reliable Cleaning Assistant to support our established Cleaning Team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in creating a positive environment that supports teaching, learning, and the wellbeing of all members of the Academy community.

The postholder will work under the direction of the Cleaning Supervisor to ensure that high standards of cleanliness are consistently achieved throughout the school premises. Duties will include maintaining cleanliness of equipment, classrooms, corridors, changing rooms, toilet facilities and other designated areas. The role also involves operating equipment safely and effectively, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of routine resources and materials, and undertaking basic record keeping as directed by the Cleaning Supervisor.

The working pattern for the roles is Monday to Friday 3.15pm to 6.00pm.

About You

The successful candidate will be…

An excellent role model, consistently demonstrating high personal and professional standards.

Willing to develop and maintain a strong understanding of Health and Safety procedures, policies, and best practices.

Able to work independently, while also contributing effectively as part of the cleaning team.

Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to provide cover for staff absences and support the wider team as required.

About Place Partnership

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people.

Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing:

Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus bank holidays after 5 years’ service

Technology scheme via SmartTech*

Access to an extensive discounts platform via ‘Place Plus’

Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans

Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans.

Cycle to Work Scheme*

Free, on-site parking at every site

Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*restrictions apply

For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack.

Further Information

Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact [e-mail] .

Closing Date: Monday 23 November 2026 at 09.00am

Interviews are expected to take place: week commencing 23 November 2026

Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.

Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles.

Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Documents

Supporting documents for this role

• Recruitment Brochure - Cleaning Assistant - Horbury Academy.pdf 5.2 MB Download