Cleaner/Housekeeper

ameygroupi; Northampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration – competitive salary

Career growth

Training opportunities

Holidays – 24+ days + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Exclusive discounts

Social impact days

Family friendly policies

Affinity networks

Job summary

Amey is recruiting a Cleaner for Chiltern Primary School, Northampton. The role is on site at 30 Chiltern Way, NN5 6BW, a 3 month fixed-term contract with a salary of £13.45 per hour and hours from 15:30 to 18:45, Monday to Friday.

You will provide cleaning that meets contractual requirements, manage consumables, operate machinery safely, and support zero-carbon initiatives while maintaining high health and safety standards. DBS checks are required.

Qualifications

• Reliable trait essential for consistent cleaning duties.
• Punctuality is required to meet shift timings.
• Team player capable of working with colleagues and school staff.
• Flexible approach to duties and changing priorities.
• Awareness of environmental impact and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Providing a cleaning service that delivers to our contractual requirements.
• Controlling stock levels and ordering consumables.
• Operating machinery safely and in line with guidelines and training provided.
• Ensuring a high-quality service is provided to the building users at all times.
• Supporting local and business zero carbon programmes where appropriate.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are achieved across the contract.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Flexible

Environmental awareness

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Cleaner to Join our Northampton Schools Account in Chiltern Primary School, 30 Chiltern Way, Northampton NN5 6BW - This role will be based on site and will be a 3 month fixed term contract.

The salary is £13.45 per hour

The hours of work will be 15:30pm - 18:45pm Monday - Friday

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Northampton Schools working on delivering critical services for schools that make a real positive impact across the UK.

Amey manages facilities for 42 Northampton schools, ensuring safe, clean, and compliant learning environments for students and teachers. We deliver 24/7 services with minimal disruption, working in partnership to maintain high standards

What you will do:

• Providing a cleaning service that delivers to our contractual requirements
• Controlling stock levels and ordering consumables
• Operating machinery safely and in line with the guidelines and training provided
• Ensuring a high-quality service is provided to the building users at all times
• This role will also support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate.
• Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract

What makes this role unique is the impact your excellent cleaning service will have on the building users

What you will bring:

• Reliable
• Punctual
• A team member
• Flexible
• Environmental awareness

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most but not all these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training to support you

Amey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. You will be required to undergo our enhanced DBS check before commencing employment – please let us know upfront on any queries should you have any.

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Cleaning Team Leader or Caretaker
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our websiteamey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.