Leeds Jewish Welfare Board (LJWB)
Job Description
Cleaner (Part Time – 4 hours per week)
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Hours: 4 hours per week – Wednesdays 10:00–14:00
Location: LS17 6
Do you enjoy creating a spotless, welcoming environment? At Leeds Jewish Welfare Board (LJWB) we believe in “Positively Changing Lives”, and you can play a vital part in that mission.
We’re seeking a motivated Cleaner to help keep our Learning Disabilities service homes clean, safe and comfortable for residents. This role is more than routine cleaning – it’s about helping people feel proud of their home and supporting their dignity every day.
You’ll carry out general and detailed cleaning tasks, ensuring communal areas, bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchens are maintained to high standards. Working as part of a supportive, friendly team, you’ll follow agreed schedules while using your initiative to spot what needs doing.
You’ll be provided with a free DBS check, access to a strong Employee Assistance Programme, and medical insurance access, alongside being welcomed into a caring, values‑driven organisation.
What We Need From You
- Previous cleaning experience
- High standards and excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage time effectively in a short working window
- Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH procedures
- Positive, reliable attitude and pride in your work
If you’re ready to make a visible difference in residents’ lives and take real pride in your work, we’d love to hear from you.
All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. LJWB is committed to reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and staff, and to using your data only for recruitment purposes.
Job Data
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Job title | Cleaner (Part Time – 4 hours per week) |
| Company name | Leeds Jewish Welfare Board (LJWB) |
| Location | Leeds, United Kingdom |
| Locality | LS17 area (North Leeds) |
| City | Leeds |
| Region | West Yorkshire |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Job type | Part-time |
| Employment type | Permanent |
| Contracted hours | 4 hours per week |
| Working pattern | Wednesdays, 10:00–14:00 |
| Hourly rate | £12.21 per hour |
| Salary type | Hourly |
| Currency | GBP |
| Work setting | Learning Disabilities service homes / care environment |
| Experience required | Previous professional cleaning experience |
| Compliance | Enhanced DBS, right to work in UK, references |
| Benefits | Free DBS, EAP, supportive team, access to medical insurance |
Skills & Competency Table
| Skill / Competency | Description |
|---|---|
| Cleaning Proficiency | Confident in general and detailed cleaning of care home environments |
| Attention to Detail | Spots dirt, clutter and safety issues and acts promptly |
| Time Management | Completes tasks effectively within a 4‑hour weekly shift |
| Health & Safety | Understands H&S and COSHH when using cleaning products |
| Reliability | Dependable, punctual and consistent |
| Communication | Communicates clearly with supervisors and colleagues |
| Respect & Dignity | Works sensitively around residents’ personal spaces |
| Initiative | Identifies additional tasks needed without constant direction |
| Teamwork | Supports and cooperates with a friendly, multidisciplinary team |
| Positive Attitude | Brings pride and motivation to every shift |
Salaries Pay Calculator
Base information: £12.21 per hour, 4 hours per week.
| Basis | Calculation | Approx Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly pay | 4 × £12.21 | £48.84 |
| Monthly pay (approx)* | £48.84 × 52 ÷ 12 | ~£212 |
| Annual pay (approx)** | £48.84 × 52 | ~£2,539 |
*Monthly figure is approximate, based on 52 weeks ÷ 12.
**Annual figure assumes all weeks worked.
Job Summary
This part-time Cleaner role with Leeds Jewish Welfare Board offers 4 hours every Wednesday, helping keep Learning Disabilities service homes clean, safe and welcoming. You’ll use your cleaning skills and attention to detail to positively impact residents’ daily lives, supported by a friendly team, free DBS and wellbeing benefits.
FAQs
Q1. What are the exact working hours?
You’ll work 4 hours per week on Wednesdays, from 10:00 to 14:00.
Q2. Do I need previous cleaning experience?
Yes, previous professional cleaning experience is required, ideally in similar residential or care environments.
Q3. Will I need a DBS check?
Yes, an Enhanced DBS check is mandatory, but LJWB provides this free of charge.
Q4. Is this role suitable if I already have another job?
Yes. With only 4 hours per week on Wednesdays, it can fit alongside another part‑time role or other commitments.
Q5. Are there opportunities for more hours?
The role is advertised as 4 hours per week. Any additional hours would depend on organisational needs and can be discussed with LJWB.
Expert Analysis
This is a small but meaningful role ideal for someone local seeking limited, regular hours. The hourly rate is competitive for care‑sector cleaning, and the Wednesday‑only pattern offers predictable scheduling. It best suits an experienced cleaner who values impact and enjoys working in a supportive, community‑focused organisation.
Location & Logistics Guide
The role is in the LS17 area of North Leeds, associated with LJWB’s community sites such as the Marjorie & Arnold Ziff Community Centre, 311 Stonegate Road, Leeds LS17 6AZ. Check bus routes or car access for a mid‑morning start and early afternoon finish. Area map:
https://www.google.com/maps/place/311+Stonegate+Rd,+Leeds+LS17+6AZ,+UK
Career Path
Starting as a part‑time Cleaner, you can build a solid track record in care‑based environments, which can lead to broader facilities roles, senior domestic positions or full‑time cleaning posts within LJWB. With further training (e.g. care support, health & safety), you may also progress into support‑worker or housekeeping supervisor roles.
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