Cleaning Operative

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils (trading as South & Vale); Wallingford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils (trading as South & Vale) seek reliable cleaners to maintain the cleanliness of public toilets across the area. The role requires attention to hygiene standards, good time management and the ability to work within set procedures.

You will work to a schedule, may include weekends and bank holidays, and may be asked to unlock and lock facilities. A full driving licence is essential and COSHH awareness will be provided by training.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to clean to a high standard.
• Valid full driving licence is essential.
• Experience in cleaning tasks and health & safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties according to the schedule and maintain hygiene standards.
• Work across to agreed shift patterns, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Follow safety procedures and COSHH guidelines; report incidents or graffiti.
• Lock/unlock toilets as part of the pattern when required.
• Contribute to a positive, customer-focused service delivery for the public toilets.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Ability to clean to a high standard

Full driving licence

Job description

About The Role

Why join us

We believe in putting our people first – we work hard every day to make sure everyone can achieve a healthy and enjoyable work-life-balance. That is why we have a very flexible hours system.

We are seen as being customer focused, approachable and business-like. We are honest and open and are renowned for providing high quality cost-effective service.

About the role

The role of the cleaners is to undertake cleaning of the South and Vale public toilets to ensure a comprehensive cleaning service is provided in compliance with local procedures and service standards, agreed working practices and Health and Safety Regulations.

Essential criteria for the role (pull across the most essential qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience, not all of them)

• Ability to clean to a high standard in a timely manner
• Full Driving licence
• Cleaning experience

Key responsibilities for the role

• Perform cleaning duties as per a schedule in a professional manner and to the standards expected by the Council.
• Ability to work agreed shift patterns including weekends, bank holidays
• Awareness for Health and safety of using cleaning materials, COSHH (Training will be provided)
• Report any incidents or accidents or graffiti
• You may also be asked to unlock and lock toilets as part of your working pattern

A full list of the duties this role provides, as well as the benefits we offer, can be found within the job description.

Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and are unable to support visa applications. To be considered for this role, you must already have the legal right to work in the UK. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please refer to the UK Government’s guidance before applying.

Thank you for taking the time to read our advert, we look forward to receiving your application.