Cleaning Operative – Secure Facility

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Free Mitie shares and Save As You Earn

Free parking and on-site gym

Subsidised on-site meals

Staff discounts and MiDeals platform

Job summary

Mitie Care & Custody is seeking a Cleaning Operative to maintain high standards of cleanliness at Millsike Prison in YO41 1PS. The role runs 40 hours per week, 8:30am–4:30pm, within a secure environment that supports rehabilitation and personal growth for inmates.

Full training will be provided. You will handle routine cleaning, stock rooms, and follow COSHH and safety guidelines while upholding Mitie’s standards of integrity and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to use initiative.
• Strong customer service skills applied to every job attended.
• Flexibility within contracted hours and a ‘can do' attitude.
• High moral standards and absolute integrity.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness in the establishment by carrying out cleaning tasks to a high standard.
• Stocking and maintaining supply rooms to ensure all areas remain fully equipped.
• Following health and safety regulations, including COSHH guidelines, at all times.
• Conducting disinfection and deep cleaning when required.
• Reporting any incidents, defects, or dangers to the supervisor promptly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent

Teamwork

Customer service

Flexibility

Integrity

Job description

Mitie Care & Custody is seeking a Cleaning Operative to maintain high standards of cleanliness at Millsike Prison in YO41 1PS. The role runs 40 hours per week, 8:30am–4:30pm, within a secure environment that supports rehabilitation and personal growth for inmates.

Full training will be provided. You will handle routine cleaning, stock rooms, and follow COSHH and safety guidelines while upholding Mitie’s standards of integrity and professionalism.