Cleaner

Kindred; Hertford Heath; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Kindred is seeking hardworking cleaners for a role at Birchwood High School in Bishop’s Stortford. The position is based on-site with a fixed schedule of Monday to Friday from 15:30 to 18:30, requiring the ability to perform general and deep cleaning tasks while adhering to COSHH and safety guidelines.

Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and should be able to communicate in English and follow directions.

Qualifications

• Able to complete the physical demands of the role with reasonable adjustments.
• Follow instructions (including written) and work safely on your own.
• Complete tasks within a specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors.
• Cleaning and sanitising surfaces, touchpoints, and furniture.
• Emptying bins and disposing of waste.
• Replenishing soap, towels, and toilet rolls.
• Carrying out periodic deep-cleaning tasks (carpet cleaning, polishing floors).
• Using cleaning materials safely and storing equipment properly.

Skills

English communication

Independent work

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

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

• Pay: £12.71 per hour.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 15:30-18:30
• Location: Birchwood High School, Parsonage Ln, Bishop's Stortford CM23 5BD
• 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.

Contact Us:

If you wish to disclose confidentially that you have disability or are an armed forces veteran, please email: [e-mail]

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please also use the same email address.

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

About The Company

As a rapidly growing and award-winning facilities management company, we're proud to employ more than 2,500 people across the UK. The size and scale of our organisation mean we offer a wide variety of roles to suit different skills and ambitions. These range from Cleaning Operatives, Supervisors and Regional Managers in our Operations teams to opportunities in Finance, Payroll, Sales, Marketing and more.

If Kindred sounds like the right place for you, explore our current vacancies below and start your journey with us today.

Company Culture

At Kindred, our people are the heart of our business. Guided by our core values of Making Connections, Being Bold, Behaving with Integrity, and Community Spirit, we've built a culture that thrives on respect, inclusivity, open communication and collaboration. We're looking for individuals who want to be part of an ambitious and expanding business, who value teamwork, and who share our commitment to giving back to the communities we serve and protecting the planet. You'll have access to tailored training, development opportunities, and recognition for going above and beyond. We celebrate our people and their achievements at every step.

Company Benefits

• Employee development programs
• Competitive salary
• Wellbeing Scheme
• Work With Charities
• Employee of the Month
• Culture of recognition
• On the job learning
• Progression opportunities

Salary

£12.71 per hour