Cleaning Operative (530am 800am) FTC

Johnsons 1871 Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious cleaning company in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated individual for a cleaning and infection control role at a school. The position offers training and management support, making it suitable for those without prior experience. Benefits include life insurance, a pension scheme, and employee discounts. Candidates are expected to be enthusiastic, proactive, and committed to quality work. This role is a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, starting January 2026.

Benefits

Life Insurance

Pension

NHS Medical Health Care Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Methodical and organized approach to cleaning tasks.
• Ability to work autonomously and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Support cleaning and infection control at the school.
• Attend training courses and participate fully.
• Undertake additional duties as required.

Skills

Methodical approach to cleaning

Interpersonal and communication skills

Physical ability to work on your feet

Knowledge of COSHH regulations

Ability to work independently

Job description

Duties

Working on behalf of a prestigious client based in Ryecroft Middle School Uttoxeter you will support the cleaning and infection control requirements of the School. This is a fixed term contract role to cover maternity leave – 9‑12 month contract starting in January 2026.

• A methodical approach to cleaning that is organised, efficient and thorough.
• The ability to work well independently and lead a team.
• Good interpersonal and excellent communication skills.
• A positive and approachable manner.
• Good numeracy and literacy.
• Physical abilities including being able to work on your feet for long periods of time as the job may involve lifting, reaching and bending.
• Adaptability to change and a willingness to adopt new processes and ideas.
• The ability to deliver quality work and to work unsupervised.
• A knowledge of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations relating to the role.
• It is desirable to have a British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICs) Licence to Practice or BICs skills training.
• Demonstrate a commitment to work within Johnsons 1871 Ltd Core Values.
• To attend and fully participate in training courses.
• To undertake additional duties in line with capabilities as required.
• Fulfil all reasonable management requests and liaise and support with colleagues to create flexible working relationships working towards the same objectives.

Requirements

You must be able to act on your own initiative, be enthusiastic and committed to the return you will receive. Excellent company benefits include high street discount schemes and health support.

Experience is not required as training and management support will be given.

Holidays are not permitted during term time.

Benefits

• Life Insurance
• Pension
• NHS Medical Health Care Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme

Equal Opportunity Statement

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline or discharge will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law.

We have a long heritage of being an inclusive employer which provides training and development in a positive learning environment.

Required Skills

You must be able to act on your own initiative, be enthusiastic and committed to the return you will receive. Excellent company benefits include health support. Experience is not required as training and management support will be given. Holidays are not permitted during term time.