Job Description

Department: Estates

Salary: 13,393 per annum (23,493 full time equivalent)

Contract Type: Permanent Part Time 15 hours per week

Reference: REC2269 | Closing Date: Sunday, 5th October 2025

The Opportunity

You will help create a welcoming and well-maintained environment across our central Barnsley campuses and offices. You will carry out a variety of cleaning tasks, ensuring classrooms, offices, corridors, toilets, workshops, and communal areas are kept to a consistently high standard.

You will use cleaning equipment and materials confidently and safely, following College procedures and Health & Safety regulations. Your role will include replenishing supplies, disposing of waste responsibly, and reporting any maintenance or safety concerns. You will work both independently and as part of the Estates team to ensure all cleaning schedules are met efficiently.

In this role, you will make a real contribution to a professional and positive environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will also support College policies, including diversity, equal opportunities, safeguarding, and quality standards, while engaging in training and development opportunities to build your skills and knowledge.

About You

You are reliable, flexible, and take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness. You enjoy working as part of a team but are also confident working independently to complete tasks efficiently.

You have at least one year of cleaning experience in an educational or professional environment, and you are conscientious about Health & Safety, using cleaning equipment and materials safely and responsibly. You are adaptable, able to follow schedules, and willing to take on a variety of cleaning duties across different areas of the College.

Most importantly, you are committed to supporting a welcoming and professional environment for students, staff, and visitors, and you share the College's values of diversity, equal opportunities, and safeguarding.

Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.

Required

Level 1 numeracy and literacy, or a strong willingness to achieve this qualification Minimum of 1 year's cleaning experience in an educational or professional setting

Reasons to join us

We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to

47 days per year

including bank and public holidays) Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days Local Government Pension Scheme - with a generous 19.2% employer contribution! We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval) 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff

The Barnsley College Advantage

When you join us, you can expect to benefit from The Barnsley College Advantage. This is the advantage of:

Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals A range of flexible working opportunities Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability Short- and Long-Term development commitments Access to experiencing work in a range of areas Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation Reward and Recognition Having your voice heard at every level Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
Closing date for applications is

Sunday, 5th October 2025

. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 23,493.00 per year

Expected hours: 15 per week

Work Location: In person