Cleaning Assistant

North East Ambition; Consett; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading local authority is looking for dedicated Cleaning Assistants in Consett. This part-time position offers flexibility with working patterns and focuses on maintaining cleanliness in public spaces. Ideal for students, retirees, or anyone seeking additional income, this role allows you to make a positive impact on the community.

Benefits

27 days holiday, increasing to 32 after five years

Hybrid working options

Local Government Pension Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills are required.
• Experience in general cleaning activities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas like offices and public spaces.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Initiative to prioritize tasks

Ability to work unsupervised

Job description

Are you looking for work that fits around your schedule and lifestyle?



Permanent 14 hours per week post based at the Empire Theatre, Consett. Working patterns can be discussed further at interview and will include some weekend working.



Durham County Council are seeking dedicated and reliable Cleaning Assistants to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a variety of job seekers, those seeking additional income, experienced cleaners, students, and retirees.



Join us in keeping our community clean and safe! Apply today and start making a difference.





WHAT IS INVOLVED?

• Perform general cleaning duties and tasks, including sweeping,mopping, dusting, and vacuuming, to a high standard.


• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas such as offices, community centres, and public spaces


• Ensure that all cleaning equipment and machinery is kept cleaned, well maintained, and stored correctly


• Replenish supplies and report any maintenance issues or repairs to caretakers or location managers


• Responsibility for building security (where required), including the setting of alarms and locking/unlocking gates and shutters


• Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times.

WHAT WILL I NEED?



You will need basic literacy and numeracy skills, as well as experience of general cleaning activities (this does not need to be from a previous cleaning job), as well as the following skills and qualities:

• Capable of carrying out instructions accurately and efficiently


• Effective communication skills


• Competent in completing paperwork as required


• Proficient in using initiative to prioritize tasks


• Able to work unsupervised

IS THIS ROLE FOR YOU?



We encourage you to contact Suzanne Bell, on tel. no. 03000 262405 or [e-mail] to arrange an informal discussion about the role.





REWARDS AND BENEFITS



We offer generous rewards and benefits that are designed to help you perform at your best:

• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.


• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.


• Excellent work/life balance through schemes including job sharing, compressed hours and flexi-time (allowing up to 13 flexi days per year).


• Hybrid working (home and office working).


• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.


• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.


• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.


• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).


• Discounted DCC gym membership.


• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.


• Trade Union membership.


• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing.

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EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION



We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.



We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.



As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process.



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INTERVIEWS



It is anticipated that interviews will be held week commencing 7th July 2025.



We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.





HOW TO APPLY



In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.



Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.



If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email [e-mail] or telephone [phone] selecting option 3 for Resources.



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