At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep classrooms and offices clean, safe, and welcoming for students.
- Company: Join the supportive team at The Forest School.
- Benefits: £12.85 per hour, full training, and ongoing support.
- Other info: Flexible hours, great team environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No experience or qualifications needed, just a positive attitude!
The predicted salary is between 12 - 13 £ per hour.
Join our supportive team at The Forest School and help us keep our learning environment clean, safe and welcoming for young people!
Role: Cleaner
Hours: 20 hours per week (43 weeks per year) working Monday to Thursday (3pm to 7pm), Friday (3pm to 6pm)
Pay: £12.85 hourly rate
Location: The Forest School, Park Lane, Knaresborough, HG5 0DQ
Why Apply?
- No Experience Needed: Full training is provided from day one.
- No Qualifications Required: We value reliability, teamwork and a strong work ethic above paper qualifications.
- Great Benefits & Support: Access ongoing training, work within a supportive team and directly contribute to your local community.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Working as part of a friendly team, you will keep classrooms, offices and washrooms fresh and tidy.
- Carrying out everyday cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting and emptying bins.
- Sanitising washrooms and keeping hygiene supplies (soap, paper towels) fully stocked.
- Using cleaning equipment and products safely (we will teach you all the Health & Safety and COSHH guidelines).
- Carrying out occasional deep cleans during school holiday periods.
- Helping lock or unlock the site and keeping the school premises secure.
What We Are Looking For
- A reliable, hardworking individual who takes pride in a job well done.
- Someone comfortable doing physical work (lifting, carrying and active movement).
- A great team player who can also work well independently and follow instructions.
- Someone committed to creating a safe environment for pupils and staff.
Closing date for applications is: 9am, Monday 24 August 2026. Interviews will be virtual.
Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.
References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.
We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
If you are currently living overseas or have lived/worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.
Cleaner employer: The Forest School
The Forest School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its students and staff. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, employees are encouraged to thrive in a supportive environment that values their contributions. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers meaningful opportunities to make a positive impact on the lives of students with special educational needs, all while being part of a dedicated team.
