Cleaning Operative (afternoon / term time)

TN United Kingdom; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cleaning Operative to join their facilities team at a modern academy in Blackpool. This part-time role focuses on maintaining a hygienic environment, with responsibilities including cleaning, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for personal development and a comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced annual leave and a pension scheme. If you are passionate about providing exceptional service and thrive in a team setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 days

Learning and development opportunities

Employer pension contribution of 6.5%

Optional BUPA health scheme

Company sick pay scheme

Group Income Protection

Enhanced Paid Family Leave

Onsite gym

Employee Assistance Programme

Savings scheme and recognition awards

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing environment is required.
• Ability to motivate and support a team.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, washing, sweeping, and dusting using appropriate equipment.
• Managing stock and supervising staff as needed.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Cleaning

Health and Safety Compliance

Team Management

Customer Service

Education

Experience in a similar role

Job description

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Cleaning Operative (afternoon / term time), Blackpool

Client:

Eric Wright Group

Location:

Blackpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

Job Description:

Role overview

OUR CORE VALUES: RESPECT | TRUST & INTEGRITY | QUALITY | TALENT | RELIABILITY

The Eric Wright Group has a fantastic history. From our beginnings in construction to an award-winning group of companies, our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical, and farsighted. We prioritize people, community, and social value.

We are recruiting a Cleaning Operative to join our facilities team at Highfield Leadership Academy in Blackpool. The academy provides a safe, modern environment for pupils, staff, and our team. Reporting to the Area Cleaning Supervisor, you will supervise and undertake cleaning duties to ensure a hygienic environment.

The role is term-time only (with 4 weeks deep clean), working 3.00pm to 6.00pm Monday to Friday (15 hours/week).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuuming, litter bin emptying, polishing, and dusting, including toilets and showers, using appropriate equipment.
• Moving furniture as needed.
• Performing duties in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assisting in other establishments when required.
• Reporting accidents, damages, or irregularities.
• Attending meetings and performing duties as assigned.
• Managing stock, inputting wages, and supervising staff.
• Securing premises when required.
• Covering cleaning roles during absences.
• Following COSHH guidelines when handling chemicals.
• Ensuring materials and stock levels are maintained.
• Updating legislation and site documentation.

About you

Aligned with our ethos and values, you will be an essential team member providing exceptional service. Experience in a similar role and customer-facing environment is required, with the ability to motivate and support a team.

This role is subject to satisfactory completion of an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits include:

• Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Employer pension contribution of 6.5%.
• Optional BUPA health scheme.
• Company sick pay scheme (up to 20 days full pay annually).
• Group Income Protection (50% salary for 3 years).
• Enhanced Paid Family Leave.
• Onsite gym and virtual GP services.
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support.
• Savings scheme, recognition awards, and comprehensive wellbeing strategies.

About us

The Eric Wright Group is a leader in civil engineering, construction, development, property, and facilities management, committed to excellence and long-term relationships. Owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we reinvest profits into community and charitable initiatives.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees, contractors, and clients. Successful applicants may require DBS checks and must have the right to work in the UK. We promote inclusion, equality, and fairness in all employment practices.