Cleaning - Cleaning Operative

Bidvest Noonan; Southampton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Bidvest Noonan is seeking a Cleaning Operative to maintain high standards of cleanliness at an ambulance station, pharmacy environment, and standby point. The role requires adherence to NHS cleaning standards, infection prevention protocols, and COSHH regulations.

You will carry out daily cleaning across designated areas, disinfect surfaces, replenish supplies, and maintain records. The position is part-time (3 hours per day, Monday, Wednesday, Friday) with AM shift preference and training

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in approach.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow cleaning schedules and instructions.
• Experience cleaning within healthcare, pharmacy, clinical, or emergency service environments.
• Knowledge of NHS cleaning standards.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• COSHH awareness and safe handling of cleaning chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning duties across designated areas within the ambulance station, pharmacy environment, and standby facilities.
• Clean and disinfect floors, work surfaces, fixtures, fittings, furniture, and communal areas.
• Sanitise high-touch points including door handles, switches, workstations, tables, and shared equipment.
• Maintain kitchenettes, welfare areas, washrooms, and changing facilities to a high standard.
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste in accordance with site procedures.
• Replenish cleaning and hygiene consumables as required.
• Follow NHS cleaning standards and infection prevention procedures at all times.
• Use cleaning chemicals, equipment, and materials safely and in accordance with COSHH regulations.
• Report any maintenance issues, damage, hazards, or cleaning concerns to the Site Supervisor.
• Ensure all cleaning equipment is cleaned, maintained, and stored safely after use.
• Complete any cleaning records or checklists as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Reliable

Punctual

Health and safety procedures

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

COSHH awareness

Job description

Job Title: Cleaning Operative
Location: Ambulance Station, Pharmacy Environment & Standby Point
Hours: 9 Hours per Week
Working Pattern: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Shift Time: AM Preferred
Rate of Pay: £12.71 per Hour
Reporting To: Area Supervisor / Contract Manager

Job Purpose

We are seeking a reliable and conscientious Cleaning Operative to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within an ambulance station, pharmacy environment, and standby point. Due to the nature of the work environment, all cleaning duties must be completed in line with NHS cleaning standards, infection prevention protocols, and health and safety requirements.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring a clean, safe, and professional environment for ambulance staff, pharmacy personnel, visitors, and service users.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning duties across designated areas within the ambulance station, pharmacy environment, and standby facilities.
• Clean and disinfect floors, work surfaces, fixtures, fittings, furniture, and communal areas.
• Sanitise high-touch points including door handles, switches, workstations, tables, and shared equipment.
• Maintain kitchenettes, welfare areas, washrooms, and changing facilities to a high standard.
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste in accordance with site procedures.
• Replenish cleaning and hygiene consumables as required.
• Follow NHS cleaning standards and infection prevention procedures at all times.
• Use cleaning chemicals, equipment, and materials safely and in accordance with COSHH regulations.
• Report any maintenance issues, damage, hazards, or cleaning concerns to the Site Supervisor.
• Ensure all cleaning equipment is cleaned, maintained, and stored safely after use.
• Complete any cleaning records or checklists as required.

Person Specification

• Previous cleaning experience.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in approach.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow cleaning schedules and instructions.
• Experience cleaning within healthcare, pharmacy, clinical, or emergency service environments.
• Knowledge of NHS cleaning standards.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• COSHH awareness and safe handling of cleaning chemicals.

Working Conditions

• Part‑time role working 3 hours per day, Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
• Role will involve standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying cleaning equipment.
• PPE must be worn as required.
• Compliance with NHS cleaning standards and infection control procedures is essential due to the healthcare‑related environment.

Salary & Benefits

• £12.71 per hour
• Part‑time position with regular weekly hours.
• Full training and site‑specific induction provided.
• Opportunity to work within a professional healthcare‑support environment.

Total Weekly Hours: 9 Hours
Working Days: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Shift Length: 3 Hours per Day (AM Preferred)
Hourly Rate: £12.71 per Hour

About Us

For nearly 50 years, we’ve played a vital role in helping our customers succeed. Built on strong, long‑standing relationships, our business is powered by people who are deeply connected to the communities where we live and work.

Our purpose guides every action and decision we make, “to proudly create safer and healthier communities today, for tomorrow.” It reflects who we are, what we stand for, and the impact we strive to make every day.

Across our team of 27,000 dedicated professionals from 157 countries, that purpose comes to life through commitment, care, and a shared responsibility to the people we serve—now and for generations to come.'When you join Bidvest Noonan, you’re joining a team where your work has real impact, where your career can grow, where you belong, and where you help shape a safer, healthier future for us all.’