Cleaning Assistant


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Darlington, DL3 7AU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Thank you for your interest in joining our College as a Cleaning Assistant.

Our Cleaning Team plays a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment for our students, staff and visitors. Every day, the work of our cleaning colleagues helps ensure that the College remains a place where people can learn, work and thrive.

We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a supportive team. Whether you already have cleaning experience or are looking to develop new skills, we would love to hear from you.

About the Cleaning Team

Our Cleaning Team is made up of 15 dedicated colleagues who work across morning and afternoon shifts to maintain the high standards of cleanliness that our College community expects.

Working closely with the Cleaning Supervisor and Estates Team, you'll be part of a friendly team where collaboration, mutual support and a strong work ethic are highly valued. We recognise that every member of staff contributes to the College's success, and our cleaning colleagues are a valued and respected part of that achievement.

About the Role

As a Cleaning Assistant, you will help provide a clean, safe and welcoming environment for everyone who studies, works and visits the College.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will carry out a range of cleaning duties across the campus to ensure our facilities remain well-presented and maintained to a high standard.

Your contribution will directly support the learning experience of our students and the wellbeing of the wider College community.

Training will be provided in the use of specialist cleaning equipment where necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Areas will be allocated by the Cleaning Supervisor or Estates Team according to College priorities.

Your duties may include:

• Vacuum cleaning floors and carpets

• Dusting and cleaning surfaces

• Cleaning washrooms, toilets and sinks

• Washing and storing crockery where required

• Sweeping and mopping floors

• Emptying waste and recycling bins

• Operating cleaning equipment and machinery following appropriate training

• Reporting any maintenance issues, hazards or concerns identified during your work

• Supporting colleagues to maintain high standards across the College

• Undertaking other duties appropriate to the role as reasonably required

Health and Safety

The College is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff, students and visitors.

You will be expected to:

• Follow all health and safety procedures and guidance

• Use cleaning equipment safely and responsibly

• Report accidents, incidents, defects or hazards promptly

• Take a proactive approach to maintaining a safe environment for yourself and others

Working Together

We are looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in their work

• Is dependable and punctual

• Enjoys working as part of a team

• Can work independently when required

• Is willing to be flexible and support colleagues when needed

• Understands the importance of delivering consistently high standards

Safeguarding, Equality and Wellbeing

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

All staff are required to:

• Understand and follow the College's safeguarding procedures

• Report any concerns regarding the welfare of students without delay

• Attend safeguarding training relevant to their role

The post holder must also work in accordance with the College's:

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

• Health and Safety requirements

• Vision, values and behavioural expectations

Person Specification

Essential

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Excellent reliability, attendance and timekeeping

• A positive and professional attitude

• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills

• The ability to work with minimal supervision

• Flexibility and willingness to support the needs of the College

• A commitment to maintaining high standards

Desirable

• Previous cleaning experience in a commercial, educational or similar environment

• Experience using cleaning equipment or machinery (training will be provided)

For further information, please contact:

manderson@qeliz.ac.uk

Closing date: Midday, Monday 12th October 2026

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

At our College, every role matters.

As a Cleaning Assistant, you will be joining a supportive team where your contribution is valued and recognised. You will play an important part in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment that helps students achieve their potential and staff perform at their best.

In return, we offer:

• Competitive pay

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Generous annual leave

• Full training and ongoing support

• A friendly and collaborative working environment

• The opportunity to contribute to a successful and thriving College community

Commitment to safeguarding

An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give the Trust consent to check their status if they are registered with the Update Service. An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with KCSIE. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern at interview.

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