Cleaning Operative Part Time

Independents by Sodexo; Liphook; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Cleaner for Churcher's College Junior School in Liphook. The role focuses on routine cleaning of classrooms, offices, toilets and communal spaces after the school day, ensuring a clean, safe environment in line with COSHH and company standards.

The position is part-time, 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 4pm–8pm. Candidates should have prior cleaning experience and demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and teamwork to support staff and pupils.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar cleaning role
• Knowledge of cleaning products, equipment and safe working practices (COSHH)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work efficiently and adapt to changing priorities
• Team-focused attitude and reliability

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine cleaning tasks at the scheduled time following policies and COSHH
• Maintain high cleanliness standards across all areas
• Support the Cleaning and Caretaking Manager with daily operations
• Lock and secure the school each evening and liaise with alarm company
• Empty bins, restock consumables, and use approved products/equipment safely
• Respond to ad-hoc cleaning requests on site

Skills

Cleaning experience

COSHH knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

• Location: Churcher's College Junior School, Midhurst Road, Liphook, Hants, GU30 7QT
• Pay: £13.60 per hour
• Hours: 20 hrs per week
• Shifts: Monday to Friday, 4pm to 8pm

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Job Introduction

At Sodexo, you’ll be an essential member of the team as a Cleaner in Churcher's College Junior School. Your responsibility is to ensure that any cleaning is carried out promptly and efficiently to the company’s standard and to the client’s satisfaction whilst maintaining the cleanliness of the client premises to the required standard in the Service Level Agreement. Your enthusiasm and dedication will influence those around you, making a positive impact on our community.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater—where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way!

What You’ll Do

• Carry out routine cleaning tasks at the scheduled time, following all relevant policies, procedures and COSHH requirements.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across communal areas, classrooms, offices, toilets, changing rooms and specialist spaces.
• Assist the Assistant Cleaning and Caretaking Manager and Contract Manager with the day-to-day operations and organisation Churcher's College Junior School
• Lock and secure the school every evening, liaising with the alarm company as and when required
• Empty bins, collect and move refuse, and restock consumables such as soap, paper towels and toilet tissue.
• Use only approved cleaning products, equipment and materials safely and efficiently, in line with training provided.
• Undertake cleaning duties safely, using PPE and hazard signage where appropriate.
• Clean floors, furnishings, equipment, windows and mirrors to the required standard.
• Respond to ad‑hoc cleaning requests on site when required.
• Maintain high levels of personal hygiene and wear the appropriate uniform and PPE as required.
• Be courteous, helpful and efficient, ensuring excellent customer care for staff, pupils and visitors.
• Work collaboratively with other cleaning staff to maintain consistent standards across the school.
• Take reasonable steps to minimise loss or damage to property and maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist as off site with annual events

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a similar cleaning role, with knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, COSHH and safe working practices.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with a polite and professional manner.
• The ability to work efficiently, manage your time and adapt to changing priorities or requests throughout the day.
• A team‑focused attitude, collaborating with colleagues to maintain high standards across the school.
• Reliability, flexibility and pride in delivering a clean, safe and welcoming environment for staff, pupils and visitors.

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.