Part-Time School Cleaner - Safe, Welcoming Learning Spaces

MyNewTerm; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 6,100 - 6,800; Part time

Job summary

Wellspring Academy Trust is seeking a reliable Cleaner at Parkside School in the Barnsley area. This role is 15 hours per week across 43 weeks per year, from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, with full training provided.

You will work as part of a team to keep classrooms, offices and communal areas clean and safe, adhering to health and safety procedures and safeguarding standards. Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is desirable, but not essential; full training provided.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Aware of health and safety practices.
• Able to carry out physical tasks including lifting.
• Follows instructions and maintains high standards.
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Willingness to undertake training.
• No formal qualifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, offices and communal areas using appropriate equipment (mopping, sweeping, buffing, suction cleaning and machine scrubbing).
• Clean internal surfaces including walls, windows, worktops and sanitary facilities.
• Empty bins and remove waste safely.
• Carry out specialist cleaning tasks such as carpet cleaning, stain removal and descaling.
• Replenish hygiene supplies (soap, hand towels, toilet rolls).
• Conduct routine equipment safety checks and basic maintenance.
• Report damage, faults or concerns promptly.
• Lock and unlock School premises and ensure site security.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding standards at all times.

Skills

Cleaning

Health & Safety

Independent work

Teamwork

Physical tasks

Integrity

Training

Equality & inclusion

Job description

Wellspring Academy Trust is seeking a reliable Cleaner at Parkside School in the Barnsley area. This role is 15 hours per week across 43 weeks per year, from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, with full training provided.

You will work as part of a team to keep classrooms, offices and communal areas clean and safe, adhering to health and safety procedures and safeguarding standards. Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.