Job requirements
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Previous cleaning experience.
- Experience
Ability to undertake manual handling tasks.
- Experience
Excellent attention to detail.
- Experience
Ability to lone work with limited supervision.
- Experience
Ability to work as part of a team.
- Experience
Good verbal and written communication.
- Experience
Self-motivated.
- Experience
Flexibility with working arrangements
- Qualifications
Understanding of COSHH and control of hazardous substances.
- Qualifications
Willingness to undertake training as required.
- Qualifications
Ability to use own initiative and problem solve.
- Qualifications
Awareness of Health and Safety regulations.
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Knowledge of building security including fire regulations.
- Experience
Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across sites if needed.
- Qualifications
Understanding of infection, prevention and control.
- Qualifications
Manual Handling training.
- Qualifications
Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
- Qualifications
Experience in a customer focused role.
Job summary
PART TIME: 10 HOURS PER WEEK, MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 2 HOURS PER DAY. TIMES TO BE DISCUSSED.
Join Our Team as a Cleaner Keeping Spaces Safe & Pristine!
Are you passionate about maintaining a clean and hygienic environment? Do you take pride in ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety?
Were looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Cleaner to join our team and help create a welcoming space for all!
Your Role:
- Follow Infection Prevention and Control best practices to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
- Adhere to health and safety protocols, ensuring responsible manual handling and preventing hazards such as trailing leads or wet floors.
- Deliver exceptional cleaning standards across all assigned areas with thorough attention to detail.
- Support the team by completing additional duties as required, contributing to a professional and well-kept workspace.
Main duties of the job
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Cleaning & Hygiene:
- Perform routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting, ensuring all assigned areas meet high cleanliness standards.
- Sanitise restrooms, empty waste bins, and maintain common areas such as waiting rooms.
- Maintain clinical areas to NHS guidelines, ensuring hygiene and infection control compliance.
- Clean windows, glass surfaces, and fixtures as required.
Equipment & Supplies:
- Operate and maintain cleaning equipment to ensure functionality.
- Stock and replenish cleaning supplies for daily use.
- Handle and store cleaning products safely, adhering to all regulations.
Safety & Compliance:
- Follow health and safety protocols, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Report maintenance issues or safety hazards promptly.
- Ensure no hazards, such as wet floors or trailing leads, are left unattended.
Communication & Teamwork:
- Maintain clear communication with managers, supervisors and colleagues regarding cleaning tasks and schedules.
- Respond professionally to any requests or concerns.
- Represent the company with a positive and proactive attitude.
Quality Assurance:
- Ensure consistently high standards of cleanliness, paying attention to detail.
- Report maintenance or repair needs to the Line Manager for timely resolution.
About us
Join Barnsley Healthcare Federation Making a Difference in Community Healthcare!
Barnsley Healthcare Federation is a not-for-profit, NHS provider dedicated to improving healthcare services across Barnsley. Established in 2015, we manage the Barnsley Primary Care Network (PCN), which consists of 32 GP practices, and operate the iHEART Barnsley out-of-hours GP service.
We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care, supporting our GPs, and working collaboratively with partners to address the challenges facing the NHS today. Our services extend beyond primary care, including health and wellbeing coaching, social prescribing, first-contact physiotherapy, and direct management of BHF GP practices.
At Barnsley Healthcare Federation, we believe in teamwork, innovation, and excellence, ensuring that every patient receives the best possible care. If youre passionate about making a difference in community healthcare, wed love to have you on board!
Details
- Date posted: 20 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £12.21 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: B0243-26-0056
- Job locations: Lundwood Medical Centre, Littleworth Lane and Pontefract Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 5PN, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
- Perform routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting, ensuring all assigned areas meet high cleanliness standards.
- Sanitize restrooms, empty waste bins, and maintain common areas such as lobbies and break rooms.
- Maintain clinical areas to NHS guidelines, ensuring hygiene and infection control compliance.
- Clean windows, glass surfaces, and fixtures as required.
- Maintain clear communication with supervisors and colleagues regarding cleaning tasks and schedules.
- Respond professionally to any requests or concerns.
- Represent the company with a positive and proactive attitude.
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Cleaner roles in Barnsley
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching healthcare roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Cleaner with Barnsley Healthcare Federation in Barnsley, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Cleaner role. The advertised salary is £12.21. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 31 Oct 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (20 Oct 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHSjob search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.

