Cleaner - Manchester

GBS Global Applied Knowledge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education provider in Manchester seeks a Full-Time Cleaning Operative to maintain cleanliness and hygiene across its campus. Responsibilities include thorough cleaning of classrooms, offices, and common areas, managing cleaning supplies, and ensuring health and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will have prior cleaning experience, clear communication skills, and a flexible work attitude. This role offers competitive benefits including 25 days annual leave, performance bonuses, and more.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Extra leave for years of service

Flexible Benefits Programme

Employee referral awards

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleaning role within commercial premises.
• Knowledge of using professional cleaning products and aids.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness across the campus including classrooms and common areas.
• Manage cleaning supplies and report shortages.
• Maintain a hygienic environment through effective cleaning.

Skills

Previous experience in cleaning

Practical knowledge of cleaning products

Customer focus

Clear communication

Flexible and proactive

Health & Safety knowledge

Ability to work independently

Job description

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About Us: GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.

Our Vision: Changing Lives through Education

The Role: To maintain high levels of cleanliness throughout the GBS campus, ensuring a comfortable and hygienic environment for students, staff, and visitors

Location

Manchester

Appointment Type

Permanent

Department

Facilities and Estates

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-time

Hours

40

Competitive

Entity

GBS UK

Closing Date

31/08/2025

Ref No

5248

Main Responsibilities

What the role involves:

• Campus Cleaning: Ensure all areas of the campus, classrooms, offices, libraries, common areas, cafeteria, restrooms and external grounds are thoroughly cleaned and maintained to a high standard.
• Floor Care: Perform daily cleaning of floor surfaces, including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and, where necessary, polishing floors to ensure they are free from dust, dirt, and stains.
• Surface and Furniture Cleaning: Clean and sanitise surfaces, including desks, tables, chairs, windowsills, and other high-touch areas, to maintain a hygienic environment
• Classroom Maintenance: Clean and prepare classrooms, including wiping down desks, cleaning whiteboards, vacuuming or sweeping floors, and arranging furniture as needed.
• Stock and Supply Management: Monitor and manage cleaning supplies, ensuring that stock levels are maintained and reordered as necessary. Report any shortages to the Facility Manager.

Requirements

Experience and Skills required:

• Previous experience of working in a cleaning role within a commercial premises.
• Practical knowledge of using professional chemical products and cleaning aids on various surfaces.
• Experience of working in a customer focused environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• A flexible and proactive approach to work with a can do attitude.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements for equipment and chemicals used.
• Able to work under own initiative to meet requirements of the role.

Other Information

What we offer:

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

“GBS has been a good place for professional growth. I have received great support from managers and colleagues who have encouraged me to develop new skills and take on more senior roles. Their mentorship has been invaluable to help me advance in my career.”

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.