Chargehand Cleaner - FLK14805

Falkirk Council; Denny; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Falkirk Council is seeking a proactive Chargehand Cleaner to lead a small cleaning team at Nethermains Primary School. This role combines hands-on cleaning with on-site supervision, ensuring a clean, safe environment for pupils and staff.

The post requires experience in cleaning or facilities services, the ability to supervise others, and good attention to detail. COSHH knowledge and a BICSc certificate are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or facilities services is essential.
• Confidence supervising others and delegating tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Basic literacy and numeracy.
• Knowledge of COSHH and safe working practices.
• BICSc certificate is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of cleaning tasks including floors, surfaces, toilets and communal areas.
• Operate powered cleaning equipment as required.
• Monitor cleaning quality and ensure work is completed to a high standard.
• Support and supervise cleaning staff on-site, encouraging strong team working.
• Handle stock control, basic administrative duties and assist with staff induction/training.
• Report faults or issues affecting the service.
• Adhere to COSHH and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Literacy & numeracy

COSHH knowledge

BICSc certificate

Cleaning experience

Education

BICSc certificate

Job description

Join Our Facilities Team – Chargehand Cleaner

Do you have an eye for detail, a commitment to high standards, and the confidence to lead by example? We’re looking for a proactive and dependable Chargehand Cleaner to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting one of our schools or early years centres across the Falkirk Council area.

In this hands-on role, you’ll combine cleaning duties with day-to-day supervision of a small cleaning team – ensuring a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out a range of cleaning tasks including floors, surfaces, toilets and communal areas
• Operate powered cleaning equipment as required
• Monitor cleaning quality and ensure work is completed to a high standard
• Support and supervise cleaning staff on-site, encouraging strong team working
• Handle stock control, basic administrative duties and assist with staff induction/training
• Report faults or issues affecting the service
• Adhere to COSHH and Health & Safety regulations

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in cleaning or facilities services is essential
• Confidence supervising others and delegating tasks
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• Basic literacy and numeracy
• Knowledge of COSHH and safe working practices
• A British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) certificate is desirable

The Role:

• Location: Nethermains Primary School
• Hours: 15 hours per week
• Days: Monday to Friday 5.30am to 8.30am
• Contract: Temporary until 31

st March 2027

• Line Management: Responsible for supervising a team of Cleaners

Why Join Us?

• A valued role in a supportive, professional Facilities team
• Opportunities to lead, develop, and grow within the service
• Make a daily difference in your local community