Cleaning Operative - Hereford

Always Responsive Commercial Cleaning is looking for a reliable and hardworking Cleaning Operative to join our team at a school site in Hereford.

You will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic environment for staff and pupils by ensuring all assigned areas are cleaned to the required standards.

A fully enhanced DBS check is required for this role

Working Hours

Monday to Friday - 15 hours per week
4pm-7pm

Working Pattern

This is a term-time position, working 38 weeks per year plus 5 additional deep cleaning weeks during school holiday periods.

Pay

£13.45 per hour.

This role is based on term-time working (38 weeks) plus 5 deep cleaning weeks. Pay is calculated based on these working weeks and paid in equal monthly installments across 12 months.

Key Responsibilities

  • Cleaning classrooms, corridors and communal areas
  • Cleaning toilets and washroom facilities
  • Vacuuming, mopping and dusting surfaces
  • Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately
  • Replenishing consumables such as soap, paper towels and toilet roll
  • Operating cleaning equipment and machinery where required
  • Following cleaning schedules and instructions
  • Ensuring cleaning equipment is used safely and stored correctly
  • Reporting any maintenance or health and safety concerns

What We Are Looking For

  • Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Good attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Positive and professional attitude

About Always Responsive

Always Responsive delivers professional cleaning services across commercial and educational environments. We pride ourselves on being responsive, reliable and committed to maintaining high standards for our clients.

If you are dependable and take pride in maintaining clean environments, we would welcome your application.

Additional Requirement

This role is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check due to the school-based working environment.

Apply online today or call our friendly recruitment team on 01656 713950!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)
  • Enhanced DBS (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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