School Cleaner
Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S74 8HS30 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
21 August 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
17 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £12.85 Hourly Term time only + 2 inset days. Pro rata, pay award pending
School Cleaner job summary
About the Role
You will play an important part in creating a safe, welcoming and hygienic environment for our pupils, staff and visitors. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys contributing to a positive school community.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean classrooms, corridors, offices, toilets and communal areas to a high standard
- Empty bins, remove waste and ensure recycling procedures are followed
- Vacuum, sweep, mop and polish floors as required
- Wipe down desks, surfaces, touch points and equipment
- Refill soap, paper towels and other hygiene supplies
- Ensure cleaning materials are used safely and stored correctly
- Report any maintenance issues or hazards to the Site Manager
- Follow all school safeguarding, health & safety and infection‑control procedures
Person Specification
- Reliable, punctual and able to work independently
- High attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean environment
- Friendly, positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team
- Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently
- Previous cleaning experience is helpful but not essential - training will be provided
What We Offer
- Supportive and welcoming school community
- Training and guidance from an experienced site team
- Regular working hours and a stable, long‑term role
- An additional week of paid overtime is available during the summer holidays to undertake a full deep clean of the school.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
At Elsecar Holy Trinity Primary Academy all staff and leaders are committed to safeguard and promote our students’ welfare, safety, mental and physical health and guidance. The students’ welfare is of paramount importance. Our school fully recognises the contribution it can make to protect and support students by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 172 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Elsecar Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy
Our School, Our Church, Our Community.
Located in the heart of the historic village of Elsecar, our vision is for every pupil to have a thirst for learning within a high quality, caring, inclusive school built on strong Christian values. We foster an environment where children show respect and kindness to one another and who are fully prepared for the ever-changing world around them. There is something very special about Elsecar Holy Trinity Primary Academy and we are incredibly proud of our unique children, supportive parents, inspirational staff and forward-thinking governors, where we all work together to provide a safe, happy and fun place to learn.
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