Cleaner

S1jobs; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Police Scotland is seeking a Cleaner to join the Estates Division. You will clean designated accommodation to keep areas hygienic and compliant with Force standards. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract on a part-time basis (18.75 hours per week).

Key duties include floor care, dusting, carpet care, and waste disposal, with shifts outlined in the attached pattern. Local government pension, annual leave and ongoing training are provided.

Responsibilities

• Clean designated Police accommodation to meet quality standards through sweeping, mopping, polishing and surface cleaning.
• Maintain hygiene by cleaning sanitary fittings, tiles, and waste bins in toilet and showers.
• Adhere to Health and Safety procedures and security practices to ensure staff and user safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Job description

As a Cleaner part of the team working in the Estates Division, you can make a real difference by undertaking the cleaning of designated Police accommodation to ensure that they are kept in a clean and hygienic condition, which meets Force standards. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys keeping things spotless, takes pride in the little details and wants to be part of a team that values their hard work.

Please note, this is a Fixed Term Contract for 12 months. You will work part time with 18.75 hours per week. Please see the attached document detailing the specific shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

• Use appropriate cleaning techniques within Police accommodation in order that the facilities are clean and hygienic and presented to quality standards
• This includes sweeping, wet mopping, machine cleaning and polishing floors, dusting, wet washing, polishing all surfaces, vacuum cleaning carpets, shampooing carpets, cleaning all sanitary ware fittings and wall tiles within toilet and shower areas and emptying of litter bins and wastepaper into sacks
• Undertake duties in a manner, which ensures that all Health and Safety procedures and security practices are adhered to in order to ensure the safety and security of self and others within Police Scotland facilities
• Reporting any faults or difficulties encountered with equipment or machines provided both prior to and after use, in order to maintain them for appropriate use by the team

Why join us?

• Competitive salary with annual increments
• Full-time or part-time shift patterns
• 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service)
• Local government pension scheme for long-term security
• Ongoing training to develop your skills
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
• Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network

Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe.

This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland’s cities, towns, rural and island communities.

Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce. We are committed to equality, human rights and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions.