School Cleaner

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We are recruiting reliable, experienced cleaners to work in schools across Leeds and Castleford on short- to medium-term contracts. These roles require people who can turn up, work hard, and follow instructions in a school environment where standards and safeguarding matter.
This is not casual cleaning work. Experience is expected.
Key Responsibilities
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General cleaning of classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, and communal areas.
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Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting to a high standard.
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Cleaning and sanitising touch points and high-traffic areas.
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Emptying bins and disposing of waste correctly.
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Using cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and correctly.
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Following school health & safety and safeguarding procedures at all times.
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Locking up and securing areas where required.
Person Specification
Essential
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Previous professional cleaning experience (school or commercial preferred).
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Ability to work independently and complete tasks to a high standard.
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Reliable, punctual, and consistent — no excuses.
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Physically capable of manual cleaning duties.
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Basic understanding of health & safety procedures.
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Willingness to work in different school settings across Leicester.
Desirable
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Previous experience cleaning in schools or similar environments.
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Knowledge of COSHH.
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Flexibility to accept short-notice bookings.
Safeguarding & Compliance
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Enhanced DBS check required.
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Two references required, including most recent employer.
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Proof of right to work in the UK required.
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Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a safe environment for children.
Additional Information
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Roles available across Leeds
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Contracts range from a few weeks to several months.
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Flexibility and reliability are essential — schools depend on this role
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Location:
Castleford, City And Borough Of Wakefield
Salary:
£12.21 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Other

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