School Cleaners and Kitchen Assistants

Berry RecruitmentWingatereedpublished 10/09/2026

About the company

Berry Recruitment Darlington is currently looking to register a number of Cleaners and Kitchen Assistants for temporary opportunities within schools in the Wingate area.

Your tasks

Cleaning Roles

  • Vacuuming and mopping floors
  • Cleaning toilets and washroom facilities
  • Tidying classrooms and staff areas
  • Emptying bins
  • Dusting and wiping surfaces
  • Sanitising high-contact touchpoints such as door handles and light switches
  • Cleaning and sanitising desks and workspaces

Kitchen Assistant Roles

  • Assisting with food preparation
  • Washing pots, pans and utensils
  • Cleaning kitchen equipment and surfaces
  • Supporting kitchen staff as required

Requirements

  • Previous cleaning or kitchen experience is preferred but not essential
  • A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport would be advantageous
  • Reliable, punctual and able to work within a school environment

What we offer

Pay & Compliance

  • £12.71 per hour
  • Paid weekly in arrears through Berry Recruitment
  • A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service is required, or applicants must be willing to apply for one
  • DBS application cost: £59.50 (if required)

How to apply

Apply Today To find out more or register your interest, please contact the Berry Recruitment Darlington branch:

Alternatively, apply directly to this advert or download the Berry Recruitment Jobs App on Android or iPhone, select the Darlington branch, and complete your registration.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Other

Agency Cleaners & Kitchen Assistants Required - Wingate Area

These roles are offered on a flexible, ad-hoc basis and are ideal for anyone looking to fit work around other commitments, gain additional hours, or earn extra income through part-time work.

Working Hours Shifts are typically available between

  • 9:30am - 1:30pm
  • 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Monday to Friday.

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.