Cleaner - Forth Banks (Weekend)

TN United Kingdom; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Cleaner, playing a vital role in maintaining a safe and clean environment at police stations. This permanent position offers a competitive hourly rate, with flexible hours every other weekend. Enjoy a supportive work atmosphere that values teamwork and reliability, with no prior experience required. Benefit from generous leave, a public sector pension, and various employee support programs. If you are looking for a meaningful role in a community-focused environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

26 days’ leave plus 8 bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and parental leave

Public sector pension scheme

Private healthcare

Paid sick leave

Gym access

Cycle to work scheme

Shopping and dining discounts

Qualifications

• No prior cleaning experience necessary.
• Willingness to learn and reliability are valued.

Responsibilities

• Using specialist equipment and chemicals to clean washrooms and kitchens.
• Maintaining knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Tools

Floor machines (scrubbers, dryers)

Job description

Job Description:

Role:

Salary: £12.60 per hour (including a Real Living Wage supplement)

Location: Forth Banks Police Station

Hours: 6 hours every other weekend, 07:00 – 10:00, Saturday and Sunday.

Contract: Permanent

Join Northumbria Police as a Cleaner and play a vital role in maintaining a safe and clean environment at our police stations. We value pride in your work, willingness to learn, reliability, and teamwork. No prior cleaning experience necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Using specialist equipment and chemicals to clean washrooms and kitchens
• Vacuuming and mopping floors
• Operating floor machines such as scrubbers and dryers
• Emptying bins and performing general cleaning duties
• Maintaining knowledge of health and safety legislation and adhering to safety standards
• Working at heights as required

Benefits:

• 26 days’ leave (rising to 30 days after 5 years) plus 8 bank holidays (Pro Rata)
• Enhanced maternity, shared parental, and adoption leave
• Public sector pension scheme
• Travel schemes including local rail, bus, and metro
• Private healthcare and eye test vouchers
• Shopping and dining discounts via Blue Light Card and Blue Light Tickets
• Paid sick leave, mental health support, employee advice, and gym access
• Sports & Social Club activities and discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

Additional Information:

We offer a competitive hourly rate and provide a police staff uniform.

Application Process:

The recruitment process includes an application form and a face-to-face interview, with options for weekend interviews. You can save your application and resume later before the deadline.

Equality and Support:

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, collaborating with the Business Disability Forum and being a Disability Confident Leader. We can make adjustments for applicants with disabilities. Contact us at [email] for support. Successful applicants will need to complete a Recruitment Vetting (RV) form; residency in the UK for at least 3 years is required.

Terms of Employment:

Successful candidates will undergo a 6-month probation period and cannot apply for other roles during this time.