Cleaning Operative

Sodexo Group; Liphook; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Sodexo is inviting applications for a Cleaning Operative at Churcher's College, Hampshire. The role is 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 5pm–8pm, with duties to maintain the school’s cleanliness and to supervise the cleaning team where needed.

You will follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures, report issues, and deliver a reliable, customer-focused cleaning service while ensuring equipment and areas are well maintained.

Qualifications

• Lead cleaning team to high standards.
• Excellent organisation and time management.
• Willingness to follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures.
• Experience working independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school to the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Supervise and support the cleaning team.
• Monitor cleaning schedules and ensure duties are completed to standard.
• Lead by example with a professional, customer-focused approach.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and COSHH requirements.
• Communicate with management and report issues promptly.
• Build strong working relationships with staff and pupils.
• Secure premises and ensure areas are safe for use.
• Care for cleaning equipment and storage areas.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Team player

Customer service

Health and safety

Calm under pressure

Job description

Join a School with a Rich Heritage and an Inspiring Future!

Job Title Cleaning Operative

Location Churcher's College, Ramshill, Petersfield. Hants GU31 4AS

Rate of Pay £12.71 per hour

Hours 15 hours per week

Shift Pattern Monday to Friday 5pm – 8pm

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Set across two beautiful campuses in Hampshire, surrounded by the stunning South Downs countryside and within easy reach of London, Churcher's College offers an outstanding working environment where colleagues are supported, valued, and encouraged to thrive. From our Nursery and Junior School in Liphook to our Senior School and Sixth Form in Petersfield, we are united by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and the success of every pupil.

Whether you are an experienced professional or looking for your next career opportunity, Churcher's College offers the chance to be part of a welcoming and ambitious community where you can make a lasting impact while developing your own career. Join us and help shape the next chapter of a school that has been transforming lives since 1722.

What You Will Do

• Ensure the school is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Supervise and support the cleaning team to deliver an efficient and effective cleaning service.
• Monitor cleaning schedules and ensure all duties are completed to the required standard.
• Lead by example by maintaining a professional, positive, and customer-focused approach always.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, fire safety, and COSHH requirements.
• Communicate effectively with management, reporting any issues, incidents, or concerns promptly.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with the school and wider team.
• Secure the premises as required and ensure all areas are safe and ready for use.
• Care for cleaning equipment, materials, and storage areas, ensuring they are maintained correctly.

What You Bring

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, support, and guide a cleaning team to achieve high standards.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule.
• A hardworking, reliable, and self-motivated approach with a commitment to delivering quality results.
• Experience of working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• A strong focus on customer service, building positive relationships with staff, pupils, visitors, and colleagues.
• A thorough understanding of health and safety procedures and the importance of maintaining a safe working environment.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• The ability to remain calm and effective when working under pressure.

This role involves sole working. As a result of the role's health and safety risk assessment and safeguarding requirements, the minimum age for this position is 18.

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo isn’t just another job but a chance to be part of something that matters. Here, you’re welcomed for who you are, encouraged to bring your ideas and purpose to the table, and given the opportunity to make a real difference in the work you do every day. You’ll also find the support, flexibility, and room you need to grow in a way that feels right for you.

With over 20 Sodexo benefits to choose from, you’ll have access to a competitive retirement plan, discounts at 1,900+ retail brands, great gym offers, and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for emotional, legal, and financial support.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications