Cleaning Assistant


Company:	Pontefract Academies Trust
Salary:	£10,052
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Pontefract, WF8 4HH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Jul 2026
Closing date:	28 Aug 2026

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Summary

A rewarding role at the heart of our school

Make a real difference - join our friendly team at Halfpenny Lane J, I & N 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

Help maintain clean, hygienic classrooms and shared spaces across school

Refill and replace essential cleaning consumables

Carry out basic record‑keeping as directed

Report any faulty equipment or maintenance issues

Play a key role in ensuring our school is a safe, inviting environment for everyone

We’re looking for someone who:

Has a friendly, positive attitude and can communicate well with staff and pupils

Can work confidently both as part of a team and independently

Is hardworking, dependable and takes pride in keeping spaces clean

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

15 hours per week

Monday - Friday

All year round

Permanent contract

How to apply

To apply, complete an application form via our website.

About Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School

At Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School, we don’t just strive for excellence - we live it every day. Recently judged ‘Outstanding in all areas’, our school is ranked in the top 5% nationally for pupil achievement. But what truly sets us apart is our culture: a supportive, ambitious environment where staff feel valued and empowered to make a real difference.

As part of Pontefract Academies Trust, one of the top-performing trusts in the country, we offer fantastic opportunities for professional growth. 88% of our staff recommend us as a great place to work, and 98% would recommend our school to parents - a testament to our positive, collaborative ethos.

If you’re passionate about helping children thrive and want to work in a school where your contribution is celebrated, Halfpenny Lane is the place for you.

For further information about our school, 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:

West Yorkshire Pension Fund

Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing package (flu jab, eyecare, physiotherapy and more)

Family-friendly policies

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts through Blue Light Card, gyms and major retailers

Generous annual leave entitlement (starting from 26 days, increasing to 31 days after 5 years service – plus 8 statutory bank holidays)

You can find more information about staff benefits and what it’s like to work with us in our ‘Working for Us’ booklet and on our website.

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Halfpenny Lane J, I & N School is part of Pontefract Academies Trust, recently recognised as one of the top 10 trusts nationally for staff satisfaction (Edurio 2025). We’re excited about our upcoming partnership with Ark Schools, creating even more opportunities for staff across both trusts. Please click here to find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger.

Further information

01977 7232146

recruitment@patrust.org.uk

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