Cleaning Assistant

12.5 hours per week (all year round) 3:30pm – 6:00pm or 4:00pm – 6:30pm               

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Cleaner to join our team, responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across the academy. The ideal candidate will ensure that all areas are kept in great condition, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for staff, pupils and visitors. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with an eye for detail and prior cleaning experience to excel in a supportive setting.

The Role

Reporting to the Cleaning Supervisor, you will be responsible for cleaning specific areas of the school site, ensuring the site facilities are appropriately clean by the end of each day. Typically, this role will involve working later during the day, however during periods of school closure there may be the opportunity for day cleaning services also.

The successful candidate will:

• Ensure surfaces, fixtures and fittings, walls, partitions and internal woodwork are cleaned as required.
• Clean floors using various means including mops, hoover and/or buffer (training can be provided).
• Clean toilets, changing rooms and other sanitary areas and dispose of rubbish in appropriate manner.
• Undertaking specific cleaning programmes during school closure or other designated periods in compliance with the specification for the premises.
• Complying with Child Protection and Health and Safety Policies at all times

You will be/have:

• A good communicator with excellent cleaning skills.
• Able to work under your own initiative but also as part of a team.
• Able to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Have an ability to build positive relationships with staff.
• Are committed to the vision and values of Crofton Academy/Castleford Trust.

Closing Date for Applications: 12 noon on Monday 18 May 2026

Shortlisting and Interviews: Shortlisting will take place following the closing date, with interview dates to be confirmed following.

References: References will be taken up shortly after shortlisting and prior to interview using the contact details you supply on your application.

School Visits & Informal Discussions: We strongly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school, or to contact Kim Hinchcliffe, HR Manager if you have any questions regarding the position.

Equal Opportunities: Castleford Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. Castleford Trust welcomes applications from anyone who meets the criteria for the role.

Safeguarding and DBS Clearance: Castleford Trust are committed to promoting safeguarding and the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Therefore, all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and an enhanced DBS check.