Cleaning Assistant

New Collaborative Learning Trust; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Technology scheme

Professional training

Job summary

New College Pontefract is seeking a Cleaning Assistant to deliver a high standard of cleaning across the Pontefract site, within the Estates Team. The successful candidate will work independently or as part of a team, with the physical ability required to perform duties safely and effectively.

This permanent, term-time only role is 13.75 hours per week (Monday–Friday 3:45pm–6:30pm) plus 2 weeks (40 weeks), with a pro rata salary of £8,178.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning duties or janitorial work preferred.
• Ability to work to cleaning specifications and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high standard of cleaning service across the Pontefract site.
• Work as part of the Estates Team and maintain a clean, tidy and safe environment.

Job description

Salary: Band C of the Support Staff Spine (FTE £24,759, pro rata £8,178)

Contract Type: Part Time (13.75 hrs, Monday - Friday 3.45pm to 6.30pm) Term Time Only + 2 weeks (40 weeks)

Contract Term: Permanent

Dates

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

About this Opportunity

An Exciting Opportunity to Join an Outstanding Team!

We are currently looking to appoint a Cleaning Assistant to provide a high standard of cleaning service to the College, according to the cleaning specification provided. Working as part of our broader Estates Team, you will be key to ensuring the Pontefract site is clean, tidy and safe at all times. Able to work both independently and as part of a team, the successful candidate should have the physical ability to cope with the requirements of the job and a customer care approach to their work.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious candidate to join our dynamic and welcoming team at the forefront of the sector, and to make a real difference to the education and aspirations of the young people in the local community. New College Pontefract delivers primarily A Level provision, alongside a range of Applied General qualifications and GCSE Maths. Applications from 11-16 teachers and ECTs welcome.

New College Pontefract is an outstanding place to work and study, regularly near the top of UK sixth form college results tables and awarded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2023. The personal development of students is as important to the college as their academic journey and every member of staff plays their part to make this happen. With over 2500 students, New College Pontefract is the founding member of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT).

New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT) has a dynamic, positive and supportive culture for staff and students, with an enviable reputation for staff career progression and development. You will join a focused and driven team, committed to providing the highest standards of education and service. The Trust currently comprises of three 16-19 Colleges, three Secondary Schools and three Primary Schools.

Why Work for Us?

• NCLT was crowned 'Employer of the Year' at the 2023 MAT Excellence Awards - these national awards celebrate the very best performers from over one thousand MATs across the country
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing as outlined in our staff wellbeing charter
• Access to high quality professional training, in-house and externally, to support your professional development
• Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme and a technology scheme
• A culture of self-reflection and improvement to meet the needs of our staff

If you believe that you have the skills and abilities to take on this role, we'd love to hear from you.