Cleaning Assistants

Durham County Council; North East; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in the North East is seeking dedicated Cleaning Assistants for permanent roles at Bishop Auckland Bus Station. This position offers flexible working patterns including various hours. Responsibilities include performing general cleaning duties, maintaining cleanliness in public spaces, and adhering to health and safety regulations. The role is ideal for individuals from all backgrounds looking for a supportive work environment with training provided. Competitive rewards package offered, including a generous annual leave entitlement.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Full training provided

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills required.
• Experience in general cleaning activities preferred.
• Ability to adhere to health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties to a high standard.
• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is kept well maintained.
• Replenish supplies and report maintenance issues.
• Responsible for building security as required.

Skills

Carrying out instructions accurately

Effective communication skills

Completing paperwork

Using initiative to prioritize tasks

Working unsupervised

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Job description

Are you looking for work that fits around your schedule and lifestyle? Three permanent posts are available at Bishop Auckland Bus Station: 2 x 20 hour contracts, 1 x 12 hour contract. Working patterns can be discussed further at interview and may include some weekend working. Durham County Council are seeking dedicated and reliable Cleaning Assistants to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals from all walks of life, including 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.

IS THIS ROLE FOR YOU?

We encourage you to contact Alex Evans Support Services Manager, on tel. no. 07884 753733 or email [e-mail] to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

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.

WHAT WE OFFER

Training Provided: No prior experience in a cleaning job? No problem. We provide full training to help you succeed in your role.

Supportive Team: Work in a friendly and supportive environment where your contributions are valued.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will be held on 15th and 16th January 2026. 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.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website.

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.

HOW TO APPLY

Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. For guidance on completing your application, visit our website. If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email [e-mail]. All correspondence relating to your application will be sent from [e-mail]. Kindly check your spam/junk folder regularly to ensure you don’t miss any updates.

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