Cleaning Operative

Gov Facilities Services Limited (gfsl); Bracklesham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A government facilities service in Bracklesham is seeking a dedicated Cleaning Operative to join their team at HMP Lewes. You will work Monday to Friday in a supportive environment, collaborating with various trades to ensure safety and cleanliness. Candidates should have experience in cleaning, knowledge of COSHH, and strong organizational skills. Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays and additional support resources.

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Death in service at 4x salary

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a cleaning environment.
• Knowledge of COSHH.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements.
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a Cleaning Operative within the Facilities Maintenance Team.
• Collaborate with colleagues across trades to support operations and safety.

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Cleaning Operative to join our team at HMP Lewes, a CATEGORY B & Adult Male prison.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work MONDAY TO FRIDAY as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Lewes runs like a self-contained town; it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning. As part of the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation, and we recognise that everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, visitor, and their families and community.

As a Cleaning Operative you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners and Administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a Cleaning Operative within the Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Lewes, contributing to a safe and secure environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues across trades (Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators) to support operations and safety.

Requirements

• Experience of working within a cleaning environment
• Knowledge of COSHH
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills

Benefits

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These include Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, and an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and information services. Additional financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts are available.

There is a strong focus on safety, a supportive and inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunities to build skills and progress.

About GFSL and Diversity

GFSL is a Ministry of Justice business providing critical and time-bound services to HMPPS. We are committed to protecting prisoners and staff and to helping prisoners reintegrate into society. We welcome diverse applicants and promote inclusion, belonging, and career progression opportunities for everyone.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that FM services will, following a procurement process, transfer to private sector providers in Spring 2026. Further details will be provided as the programme progresses.