Cleaning Assistant
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 7AU13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
12 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
29 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: Working 10 hours per week, either 6.00am–8.00am or 4.00pm–6.00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Hourly rate
- £12.83 per hour
What skills and experience we're looking for
Thank you for your interest in joining our College as a Cleaning Assistant.
Our Cleaning Team plays a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment for our students, staff and visitors. Every day, the work of our cleaning colleagues helps ensure that the College remains a place where people can learn, work and thrive.
We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a supportive team. Whether you already have cleaning experience or are looking to develop new skills, we would love to hear from you.
About the Cleaning Team
Our Cleaning Team is made up of 15 dedicated colleagues who work across morning and afternoon shifts to maintain the high standards of cleanliness that our College community expects.
Working closely with the Cleaning Supervisor and Estates Team, you'll be part of a friendly team where collaboration, mutual support and a strong work ethic are highly valued. We recognise that every member of staff contributes to the College's success, and our cleaning colleagues are a valued and respected part of that achievement.
About the Role
As a Cleaning Assistant, you will help provide a clean, safe and welcoming environment for everyone who studies, works and visits the College.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will carry out a range of cleaning duties across the campus to ensure our facilities remain well-presented and maintained to a high standard.
Your contribution will directly support the learning experience of our students and the wellbeing of the wider College community.
Training will be provided in the use of specialist cleaning equipment where necessary.
Key Responsibilities
Areas will be allocated by the Cleaning Supervisor or Estates Team according to College priorities.
Your duties may include:
- Vacuum cleaning floors and carpets
- Dusting and cleaning surfaces
- Cleaning washrooms, toilets and sinks
- Washing and storing crockery where required
- Sweeping and mopping floors
- Emptying waste and recycling bins
- Operating cleaning equipment and machinery following appropriate training
- Reporting any maintenance issues, hazards or concerns identified during your work
- Supporting colleagues to maintain high standards across the College
- Undertaking other duties appropriate to the role as reasonably required
Health and Safety
The College is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff, students and visitors.
You will be expected to:
- Follow all health and safety procedures and guidance
- Use cleaning equipment safely and responsibly
- Report accidents, incidents, defects or hazards promptly
- Take a proactive approach to maintaining a safe environment for yourself and others
Working Together
We are looking for someone who:
- Takes pride in their work
- Is dependable and punctual
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Can work independently when required
- Is willing to be flexible and support colleagues when needed
- Understands the importance of delivering consistently high standards
Safeguarding, Equality and Wellbeing
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
All staff are required to:
- Understand and follow the College's safeguarding procedures
- Report any concerns regarding the welfare of students without delay
- Attend safeguarding training relevant to their role
The post holder must also work in accordance with the College's:
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy
- Health and Safety requirements
- Vision, values and behavioural expectations
Person Specification
Essential
We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate:
- Excellent reliability, attendance and timekeeping
- A positive and professional attitude
- Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
- The ability to work with minimal supervision
- Flexibility and willingness to support the needs of the College
- A commitment to maintaining high standards
Desirable
- Previous cleaning experience in a commercial, educational or similar environment
- Experience using cleaning equipment or machinery (training will be provided)
For further information, please contact:
manderson@qeliz.ac.uk
Closing date: Midday, Monday 12th October 2026
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?
At our College, every role matters.
As a Cleaning Assistant, you will be joining a supportive team where your contribution is valued and recognised. You will play an important part in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment that helps students achieve their potential and staff perform at their best.
In return, we offer:
- Competitive pay
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave
- Full training and ongoing support
- A friendly and collaborative working environment
- The opportunity to contribute to a successful and thriving College community
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give the Trust consent to check their status if they are registered with the Update Service.
An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with KCSIE. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern at interview.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 16 to 19
- Education phase
- Sixth form or FE college
- Size
- No information available
- Age range
- 16 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- manderson@qeliz.ac.uk
- Phone number
- 01325 461315
Inspiring generations of young people to achieve their careers and personal aspirations, Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is proud to provide a high quality and vibrant education for 16-19 year olds across Darlington, County Durham, Teesside and North Yorkshire. As part of our team, we will ensure that you will benefit from a dynamic, ambitious and supportive atmosphere where you are respected as a professional and empowered to achieve your individual goals.
In our latest Ofsted inspection in October 2024, QE was awarded the following judgements, with no recommendations for improvement:
Overall effectiveness – Outstanding
The quality of education – Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes – Outstanding
Personal development – Outstanding
Leadership and management – Outstanding
Education programmes for young people – Outstanding
Provision for learners with high needs - Outstanding
Arranging a visit to Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email manderson@qeliz.ac.uk.
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