Casual Cleaning Operative

Preston City Council; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Casual Cleaning Operative to maintain cleanliness standards across various buildings in Preston. No prior cleaning experience is needed as full training will be provided. The position requires the ability to undertake various cleaning duties safely and efficiently, with potential work hours including weekdays and weekends. Salary ranges from £24,413 to £24,796 per annum pro rata, with an hourly rate of £12.65.

Benefits

Living Wage employer

Full training provided

Qualifications

• No previous cleaning experience is necessary as full training will be provided.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in various locations.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with management to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Carry out internal and external cleaning duties.

Skills

Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment

Attention to detail

Job description

Section

Cleaning

Location

Various - Preston

Salary

£24,413 to £24,796

per annum pro rata

Post Type

Hourly Paid

Hourly Rate

12.65

Contract Type

Casual

Closing Date

23.59 hours GMT on Monday 22 December 2025

Reference

EPOP04049

Casual Cleaning Operative

Salary - Grade 1 (£12.65 per hour)

• Foundation Living Wage (£13.45 per hour) will apply to this position with effect from 1st December 2025

Environment and Property : We are looking for a cleaning operative to work on a Casual Basis, at any of our Prestigious Preston City Council Buildings, as part of Building Cleaning Services.

The role involves liaising with management to ensure that standards of cleanliness are maintained and that both internal and external cleaning work is carried out safely and efficiently.

The hours of work available will include weekdays and weekends.

Applicants must be able to undertake cleaning duties using a range of materials and equipment. Previous experience of cleaning work is not essential as full training will be provided.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

We are a and Living Wage employer