Cleaner - Part time

Priory Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Preston is recruiting a part-time Cleaner to join our team. The role is 28 hours per week over four days (Mon-Thu), based in Preston, working 8.30am-4pm. No experience required—full training is provided, with a supportive team environment and opportunities for career development within Priory.

You’ll contribute to a clean, safe, hygienic hospital environment and report any issues. Priory offers a contributory pension, flexible benefits, and pathways into leadership and clinical

Qualifications

• No previous cleaning experience required – full training provided.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and punctuality.
• Good standard of English and basic numeracy/literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe environment across the site.
• Follow cleaning schedules and Priory standards.
• Use cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Report maintenance issues, damage or hazards.
• Work as part of a team to deliver a high-quality service.
• Support colleagues as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Numeracy

Reliability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical stamina

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

Job description

Cleaner - Part time

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: PC - Preston

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Priory Hospital Preston is looking to recruit a Cleaner to join our team in a permanent part time post working 28 hours, 4 days per week.

Working hours are Monday-Thursday 8.30am-4pm

We know that a clean, safe environment is essential to delivering outstanding care. That’s why our Cleaners play such an important role in our services.

We’re looking for people who care and take pride in contributing to an essential service. You don’t need previous experience – just a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. In return, we’ll support you with full training and the opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference every day.

Based in Bartle, near Preston, Priory Hospital Preston is a 50‑bedded mental health hospital, offering an extensive range of services, delivered across four wards. We can support adult males and females with acute mental health needs and eating disorders, and specialise in the management and treatment of these conditions.

What you’ll be doing

• Maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment across the site
• Following cleaning schedules and Priory standards
• Using cleaning equipment safely and effectively
• Reporting maintenance issues, damage, or hazards
• Working as part of a team to deliver a high-quality service
• Supporting colleagues where required

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

• Good standard of English, with basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Previous cleaning experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be provided
• Reliable with a strong work ethic
• Good attention to detail
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical stamina to carry out an active role throughout the day

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development opportunities
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.