Cleaning Operative

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ROLE OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE 

The role currently involves day shifts from 7:00am to 4:00pm, with flexibility to work night shifts from 10:45pm to 6:45am as required. Applicants must be comfortable and willing working both day and night shifts.

To provide high-quality cleaning services across various sites, covering staff absences, holidays, sickness, and additional cleaning requirements. The Relief Cleaning Operative is responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and hygienic environments while ensuring company standards and client expectations are met. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Carry out general cleaning duties including:  

- Vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors. 

- Dusting and wiping surfaces. 

- Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately. 

- Cleaning toilets, washrooms, and replenishing consumables. 

- Cleaning kitchens, staff areas, and communal spaces. 

- Sanitising touchpoints and high-traffic areas. 

• Clean 5 bedrooms and en suite bathrooms. 

• Follow cleaning schedules and work instructions. 

• Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and in accordance with COSHH regulations. 

• Report maintenance issues, accidents, damages, or health and safety concerns to management. 

• Ensure all work is completed to the required quality standards. 

• Lock and secure premises where required. 

• Maintain stock levels of cleaning supplies and report shortages. 

• Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally. 

Health & Safety 

• Comply with all company health and safety policies and procedures. 

• Wear appropriate PPE when required. 

• Ensure safe storage and handling of cleaning chemicals. 

• Report incidents, hazards, and near misses promptly. 

Skills and Experience 

Essential 

• Previous cleaning experience in a commercial, office, retail, healthcare, or educational environment. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Good attention to detail. 

• Reliable, flexible, and punctual. 

• Good communication skills. 

• Ability to travel between sites. 

Desirable 

• Knowledge of COSHH regulations. 

• Experience using commercial cleaning equipment. 

Personal Attributes 

• Professional and trustworthy. 

• Flexible approach to work and working hours. 

• Strong work ethic. 

• Ability to adapt to different sites and client requirements. 

• Positive attitude and willingness to assist colleagues. 

Working Conditions 

• Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required. 

• Physical role involving standing, bending, lifting, and walking for extended periods. 

Position is subject to security clearance checks due to the data sensitive nature of the site. 

We’re proud to offer a great range of benefits including:

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:

• Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
• Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
• Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis

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