Cleaner

Nottingham College; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

NEST pension

Vivup discounts

Travel schemes

CPD days

Invest programme

Job summary

Nottingham College is seeking cleaners to join our facilities team, starting early at 6 am to ensure buildings are ready for staff and students. The role covers interior spaces and exterior grounds, with a focus on thorough cleaning, daily litter removal, and dusting using both damp and dry methods.

We value practicality, flexibility and the ability to stay organized in a busy environment while contributing to a welcoming campus.

Qualifications

• Carry out cleaning duties in offices, classrooms, laboratories, event areas, stairs, corridors and entrances.
• Perform litter removal inside buildings in busy areas.
• Clean outside areas, grounds and prepare for morning cleans.
• High and low dusting of desks, chairs, PCs, ledges, edges and sills using damp and dry methods.
• Start work at 6 am to ensure high cleaning standards.
• We are looking for cleaners who are practical and have strong organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties in offices, classrooms, laboratories, event areas, stairs, corridors and entrances.
• Perform litter removal inside buildings in busy areas.
• Clean outside areas, grounds and prepare for morning cleans.
• High and low dusting of desks, chairs, PCs, ledges, edges and sills using damp and dry methods.
• Start work at 6 am to ensure high cleaning standards.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities for outside areas, grounds clearing, litter removal, cleaning duties whilst building still in use and preparation for morning cleans.
• Litter removal inside building in busy areas
• Cleaning offices, classrooms, laboratories, event areas, stairs, corridors, entrances etc.
• High and low dusting (using both damp and dry dusting methods) desks, chairs, PCs, ledges, edges, sills etc

This post requires an early start of 6 am to ensure that our buildings are cleaned to the highest standards.

We are looking for cleaners who are practical and have strong organisation skills. You will bring flexibility and practicality, along with a desire to ensure that the building is clean for our students and staff members.

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we're making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We're building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you'll work in a vibrant environment, in a rewarding role and for a college that values your contribution. Here, you will belong.

Benefits

• Competitive salary - £24,580 - £24,632 per annum FTE. (£7,707.62 to £7,723.93 per annum - these are the pro-rata figures)
• 20 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access tothe NEST pension scheme
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and carsalary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong At Nottingham College, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood. We're proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we're actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected. Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported. Mental health matters here too - our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college. Through our Wellness Cafés - informal gatherings that invite open conversation - colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career. Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.