Cleaning Assistant

'Join our team of dedicated support staff and become an essential part of the educational journey of our pupils, ensuring their success and wellbeing.'

About us 

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve.  Renowned for our commitment to excellence, the Trust has achieved remarkable success, with five of our primary schools ranking within the top 1% nationally for progress. Additionally, our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district. In a testament to our dedication to educational excellence, De Lacy Primary School was recognised as an 'Outstanding' school across all categories by Ofsted in March 2024, underscoring our unwavering pursuit of high standards.    

The King’s School 

The King’s School, part of Pontefract Academies Trust, boasts a rich heritage and a commitment to every student's potential. In 2023, our progress outcomes ranked us in the top 15% of secondary schools nationally, affirming our dedication to excellence. This accolade also secured our position as the third top-performing high school in the Wakefield district. Regardless of background or ability, every student is valued and placed at the heart of our mission. Converting potential into reality isn't just a goal; it's a promise we fulfil daily, ensuring that each individual achieves their highest aspirations. 

About the Role 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Cleaning Assistant to join the team at The King’s School. The candidate will be responsible for providing a clean and hygienic school environment which meets specified cleaning standards. They will undertake basic record keeping as directed, report faulty equipment and other maintenance requirements, and refill and replace consumables.  

This is a 15 hours per week, all year round, permanent contract.  The working pattern is 3 hours per day to be working 15:30 – 18:30 Monday to Friday.   

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who: 

• Has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and pupils.  
• Can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.  
• Has experience of working in a similar specialist area. 

What we can offer you 

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:  

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities 
• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing. 
• For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days.  These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals.   
• Generous employer pension (West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS) 
• Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays), 
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Blue Light card 
• Discounted gym membership   
• Free eyecare via Specsavers  
• Childcare vouchers  
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)  
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2 
• Free flu vaccinations. 

Key Dates 

• Application Deadline: 10:00am, Friday 18th July 2025 
• Interview Date: TBC 
• Start Date: TBC 

Application Process 

• Complete application form via our website 

Important Links 

Pontefract Academies Trust Website  

Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028 

The King's School Website 

Contact Information 

• Tel: 01977 601701  
• Email: recruitment@kings.patrust.org.uk 

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.  

The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.  

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.