Cleaning Assistant

Ark The King's School · Pontefract, Yorkshire and the Humber

Cleaning Assistant at Ark The King's School, based in Pontefract, Yorkshire and the Humber. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Pontefract, Yorkshire and the Humber
Contract
Contract
Posted
10 hours ago
Closes
26 Oct 2026
Sector
Cleaning & Facilities

Reference 3c92581c37d7238bb7e0d07d87d9c8ccd244e2c8

About the role

A rewarding role at the heart of our school 

 

Make a real difference - join our friendly team at The King's School!

We’re looking for a reliable, enthusiastic Cleaning Assistant to help keep our school a safe, welcoming and hygienic place for our children, staff and visitors. If you take pride in your work and enjoy being part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

  1. Help maintain clean, hygienic classrooms and shared spaces across school 
  2. Refill and replace essential cleaning consumables 
  3. Carry out basic record‑keeping as directed 
  4. Report any faulty equipment or maintenance issues 
  5. Play a key role in ensuring our school is a safe, inviting environment for everyone 

We’re looking for someone who: 

  1. Has a friendly, positive attitude and can communicate well with staff and pupils 
  2. Can work confidently both as part of a team and independently 
  3. Is hardworking, dependable and takes pride in keeping spaces clean 
  4. Ideally has experience in a similar cleaning role 

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and wants to make a real contribution to the heart of our school. 

Hours & Contract 

  1. 15 hours per week 
  2. Monday - Thursday, 15:00 - 18:00, Friday 14:30 - 17:30 
  3. All year round 
  4. Permanent contract

How to apply 

To apply, complete an application form via our website. 

About The King’s School 

The King’s School is a warm, supportive and hardworking place to be, where students are respectful, friendly and a pleasure to work around. While we’re proud of our strong academic reputation, we’re just as proud of the positive, caring atmosphere that runs throughout the school. 

Our staff describe The King’s School as a workplace where people look out for one another and where every role makes a real difference. Our recent staff survey reflects a strong sense of teamwork, trust and appreciation across the whole school community. 

If you’re looking to join a friendly, supportive school community where every member of staff is valued, The King’s School is a fantastic place to work. 

For more information, please visit our website. 

What we offer 

Be part of a team that values your wellbeing, development and work–life balance. As a member of our school community, you’ll benefit from including: 

  1. Generous Pension Scheme   
  2. Training and development opportunities 
  3. Wellbeing package (flu jab, eyecare, physiotherapy and more) 
  4. Family-friendly policies 
  5. Cycle to Work scheme 
  6. Discounts through Blue Light Card, gyms and major retailers 
  7. Generous annual leave entitlement of 26 days, plus statutory bank holidays

 

Click here to find out more about the benefits of working for Ark  

 

Further information 

If you have any questions about this position or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us on the below details 

  1. [phone removed] 
  2.  [email removed] 

 

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.  

Reference: 3c92581c37d7238bb7e0d07d87d9c8ccd244e2c8 · Posted 10 hours ago · Closes 26 Oct 2026 · Listed via Ark The King's School

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