Cleaning Operative

YMCA Bournemouth; Poole; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym memberships

Blue Light Card eligibility

Discounts on YMCA Bournemouth services

Job summary

YMCA Bournemouth is hiring a Cleaning Operative to join our Sport and Leisure team in Poole. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for centre users, carrying out cleaning duties to required standards and reporting hazards.

No formal qualifications or previous experience required; desirable cleaning experience is a plus. The role includes weekend shifts with training provided and an opportunity to contribute to our community's wellbeing.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• Experience in cleaning is advantageous but not essential.
• Candidates who are motivated to work in a community-focused organisation will excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the centre.
• Carry out room checks and ensure areas are clean and ready for use.
• Report hazards, accidents or incidents to management.
• Adhere to health and safety requirements in all tasks.
• Maintain a positive and professional appearance and customer service.
• Contribute to meaningful community work through reliable service.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Cleaning products

Punctuality

Job description

Working Hours: Saturday 06.15 – 09.15 and/or 15.00 – 18.00 | Sunday 07.15 – 10.15

Application Closing Date: 20/11/2026

About Us

YMCA Bournemouth is part of a global organisation making a meaningful difference at a local level across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. We are committed to delivering inclusive, diverse, and forward-thinking services that respond to the needs of our community. Our work focuses on key areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing. Through these services, we aim to empower individuals to reach their full potential in mind, body, and spirit.

About the Position

We are looking for a Cleaning Operative to join our Sport and Leisure team and help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all centre users. As a Cleaning Operative, you will be responsible for carrying out cleaning duties to the required standards, ensuring the centre remains clean, presentable, and well-maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the centre.


• Carry out room checks and ensure all areas are clean and ready for use.


• Report any hazards, accidents, or incidents to the designated management team.


• Ensure cleaning tasks are completed in accordance with health and safety requirements.


• Maintain a positive attitude and professional appearance, striving to exceed customer expectations through exceptional service.


• Contribute to meaningful services and make a lasting, positive impact


• Join a passionate and supportive team that shares commitment to make positive change and build stronger communities


• Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you expand your skills and make an impact in your role

Additional information:

The role has a statutory, occupational requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk that they may come across using our services. The post holder will take responsibility for ensuring safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk as a priority and follow both YMCA Bournemouth safeguarding policy and BCP Safeguarding Children Partnership and Dorset Safeguarding Children Partnership statutory guidance.

Employment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. If the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk, your employment will be subject to an Enhanced level DBS check prior to commencement date. All other applicable roles will be subject to a Basic level DBS check prior to commencement date.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the active promotion of equal opportunity, both in the provision of services and as an employer of paid and unpaid workers.

If you have a disability and require any adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, or within employment, please contact us directly.

Please note we do not offer sponsorship opportunities with employment. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and provide appropriate documentation as required.

What We’re Looking For

What We’re Looking ForYou will be a passionate and motivated individual who is driven by our mission to empower individuals and create stronger communities.Skills and CompetenciesThe successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:Excellent attention to detail.Good time management skills.The ability to work independently.Knowledge of cleaning products and techniques.Reliability and punctuality.Personal AttributesWe are looking for someone who is:Hardworking and self-motivated.Positive and approachable.Proud of the quality of their work.Well organised and dependable.Committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail.


• Good time management skills.


• The ability to work independently.


• Knowledge of cleaning products and techniques.


• Reliability and punctuality.

Personal Attributes

• Hardworking and self-motivated.


• Positive and approachable.


• Proud of the quality of their work.


• Well organised and dependable.


• Committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Qualifications and Experience

No formal qualifications or previous experience required.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Previous cleaning experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

If you’re a motivated team player who shares our values and wants to be part of a supportive, impactful organisation, we’d love to hear from you!

Employee Benefits

• Competitive employer pension contribution


• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme with counselling and virtual GP services


• Discounted gym memberships


• Blue Light Card eligibility


• Savings across YMCA Bournemouth facilities and services


• Discounts on holiday clubs


• Swimming lessons


• Children’s activities


• Café purchases


• Room hire


• Wellbeing services


• Accommodation stays

Please note that employee benefits are subject to change.