Cleaner

Kindred FM; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Kindred FM is seeking hardworking cleaners for an educational building in Hemel Hempstead at Astley Cooper School. The role covers general cleaning, sanitising surfaces, deep cleaning tasks, and replenishing supplies, with emphasis on safety and COSHH compliance. DBS check will be required.

Shifts are fixed: Mon-Fri 15:30-17:30 or 16:00-18:00, enabling reliable, on-site coverage. Candidates should be able to work independently or with colleagues to maintain high cleanliness standards and support

Qualifications

• Able to complete the physical duties of the role with reasonable adjustments.
• Able to follow written and spoken instructions and work safely.
• Complete tasks within a specified timeframe.
• Able to communicate in English (not required as first language).
• Able to fulfil fixed shift patterns as timings are predefined.

Responsibilities

• Dusting, vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors.
• Cleaning and sanitising surfaces, touchpoints and furniture.
• Emptying bins and disposing of waste correctly.
• Replenishing soap, towels and toilet rolls.
• Carrying out periodic deep-cleaning tasks (carpets, floors).
• Using cleaning equipment safely and storing after use (COSHH awareness).
• Reporting maintenance issues, hazards or damages promptly.
• Work both independently and with colleagues to maintain high cleanliness standards.

Skills

English communication

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

DBS check required

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Job description

Cleaner

Kindred are looking for hardworking and reliable cleaners to be based in an educational building located in: Hemel Hempstead.

• Pay: £12.71 per hour.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 15:30-17:30 OR 16:00-18:00
• Location: Astley Cooper School, St Agnells Ln, Hemel Hempstead HP2 7HL
• Requirements: Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

About the role

Responsibilities:

General Cleaning Tasks:

• Dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors.
• Cleaning and sanitising surfaces, touchpoints, and furniture.
• Emptying bins and ensuring waste is disposed of correctly.
• Replenishing supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet rolls.

Specialist & Deep Cleaning:

• Carrying out periodic deep-cleaning tasks (e.g., carpet cleaning, polishing floors).
• Using appropriate cleaning materials for different surfaces to maintain standards and protect equipment.

Health, Safety & Compliance:

• Using cleaning equipment safely (e.g., buffers, steamers, vacuums), ensuring proper storage after use.
• Following health & safety regulations, including safe use of cleaning chemicals (COSHH).
• Reporting any maintenance issues, hazards, or damages promptly.

Teamwork & Independence:

• Working independently to complete tasks on time with minimal supervision.
• Supporting colleagues as needed to ensure high overall cleanliness standards.

Minimum Criteria disclosure:

We give full and fair consideration to all applicants. We will interview everyone who has declared they have a disability, or has served or is serving in the armed forces, if they meet the minimum criteria for the position.

We will support candidates with any reasonable adjustments that will assist them in going through our recruitment process and fulfilling the role itself.

Minimum Criteria for this role:

• Able to complete the physical demands of the role with reasonable adjustments.
• To be able to follow instructions (including written) and work safely for periods of time on their own.
• Complete tasks within a specified timeframe.
• An ability to communicate in English, although English as a first language is not a requirement.
• Able to fulfil the shift patterns because the timings of the role would be fixed.

About the company

We are Kindred and our purpose is to create, deliver and maintain high quality cleaning services for commercial, corporate and education spaces. Our relationship with our clients is at the heart of everything we do and we partner with you to understand your specific requirements.

We utilise our years of experience whilst embracing the latest technologies to tailor a solution to meet your needs. We’re focussed on collaboration, connection and community, prioritising our relationship with our clients and our Kindred team.

Required Criteria

• Able to complete the physical demands of the role with reasonable adjustments.
• To be able to follow instructions (including written) and work safely for periods of time on their own.
• Complete tasks within a specified timeframe.
• An ability to communicate in English, although English as a first language is not a requirement.
• Able to fulfil the shift patterns because the timings of the role would be fixed.

Desired Criteria

• Previous cleaning experience.
• Knowledge of COSHH