Cleaner

Places for People; Norwich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social enterprise is seeking a cleaner in Norwich to ensure high cleaning standards and adherence to health & safety guidelines. The role includes effective communication with the team, involvement in training, and a focus on community spirit. Benefits include a competitive salary, extensive holiday leave, and additional perks. A full UK driving license is required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension with matched contributions

35 days annual leave

Cashback plan for healthcare

Bonus scheme

Training and development

Discounts from shops and cinemas

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleaning role preferred.
• Understanding of COSHH regulations and PPE use.
• Must have a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Effectively clean office areas following the set schedule.
• Ensure Health and Safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Maintain high cleaning standards and report improvements.

Skills

Awareness of COSHH

Effective communication

Knowledge of health and safety

Timekeeping

Cleaning experience

Job description

Overview

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More about your role

You are responsible for effectively cleaning office areas using the correct materials and equipment, following the schedule and standards set by the cleaning supervisor and building coordinator. Ensure Health and Safety guidelines are followed in handling and storing cleaning materials and machinery. Report any areas for improvement to the supervisor or management and communicate any concerns promptly. Maintain a visible presence on-site, with your ID badge always visible. Contribute to the development of the cleaning schedule, resolve Health & Safety breaches, and engage in required training and compliance activities. Report larger items of rubbish to the appropriate personnel and maintain high cleaning standards. Work collaboratively with the cleaning supervisor and team to ensure a clean, safe environment. At Places for People, we prioritise our dedication to safer recruitment. Therefore, a basic DBS check is mandatory for this position.

Although the base location of this role is Norwich, you will be required to travel to sites in the surrounding areas.

For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.

Essential Criteria

• Awareness of COSHH and Health & Safety
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with all to provide good customer and cleaning services
• Knowledge and awareness of health, safety, environmental & compliance relating to cleaning products
• Have a full UK driving license

More about you

You should have good timekeeping and cleaning experience, with the ability to communicate and work effectively with others to provide excellent customer and cleaning services. Awareness of COSHH and Health & Safety is essential, as is the ability to work well with the cleaning team. You should be able to deliver a high-quality cleaning service. Preferred qualifications include previous experience in a similar cleaning role, knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and compliance issues related to cleaning products, and an understanding of COSHH regulations and the use of PPE.

Benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave (Including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more