Cleaning Assistant - Mount Pleasant Primary School

WMJobs; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 14,376 - 20,476; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Shrewsbury seeks a Cleaning Assistant to maintain a safe and clean environment for students and staff. The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Applicants should be proactive and committed to maintaining high standards. This permanent position offers 12.5 hours of work per week, with hours from 3.15 PM to 5.45 PM, Monday to Friday. Training is provided, and prior experience is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail to ensure high cleaning standards.
• Proactive in maintaining tidiness.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, offices, and communal areas.
• Restock toilets and keep them clean.
• Vacuum and mop floors.
• Empty bins and dispose of waste.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Attention to detail

Proactive

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Prior cleaning experience

Job description

Cleaning Assistant – Mount Pleasant Primary School

WMJobs – Shrewsbury, England, United Kingdom

Grade 2 point 2 – £12.65 per hour

12.5 hours a week

Monday to Friday – 3.15pm – 5.45pm

Term time plus 3 weeks

Permanent contract

Are you looking for a rewarding and essential role in a supportive school environment? We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Cleaning Assistant to help us maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming space for our students, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Cleaning classrooms, offices, and communal areas.
• Cleaning and restocking toilets.
• Vacuuming and mopping floors.
• Emptying bins and disposing of waste.
• Following health and safety guidelines, including COSHH regulations.

We are looking for candidates that are:

• Reliable and punctual – strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail – ability to clean to a high standard.
• Proactive – take initiative to ensure all areas are tidy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior cleaning experience (desirable but not essential, training provided).
• A commitment to safeguarding and working within a school setting.

The Severn Bridges Multi‑Academy Trust and Governors of Mount Pleasant Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. These posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and will follow a safer recruitment policy. Should you be shortlisted, further information relating to criminal records, sanctions and disqualifications will be requested to be considered and discussed at interview.

How to Apply

All applications should be made online through MYNEWTERM. Please refer to the vacancy page on the school website www.mountpleasant.shropshire.sch.uk and click onto the vacancy where you will be able to apply directly.

Closing date: Monday 12th January 2026 9.00 am

Interview date: Wednesday 21st January