Cleaning Operative

Royal Mail; Northampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading property management company in Northampton is seeking a part-time cleaner to join their team. In this hands-on role, you will carry out a variety of cleaning tasks including mopping, vacuuming, and sanitising surfaces. The ideal candidate should be friendly, reliable, and able to work independently. Comprehensive training will be provided, making no prior experience necessary. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits like annual leave and uniform provision.

Benefits

22.5 days annual leave

Uniform and PPE provided

Defined Contribution pension scheme

Employee referral scheme

Full training and induction provided

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is a bonus but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Responsibilities

• Mopping, vacuuming, and dusting.
• Cleaning toilets, floors, and offices.
• Emptying bins and sanitising surfaces.

Skills

Friendly

Reliable

Self-motivated

Communication

Job description

Job Details

• Job Reference Number: 334192
• Pay: £12.60 per hour plus £4.19 per hour night shift allowance
• Location: South Midlands MC, Swan Valley, Northampton, NN4 9DR
• Contract Type: Fixed Term (3 Months)
• Hours: 25 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday to Friday 10pm to 3am

Why Join Us?

At Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions, we’re proud to maintain one of the largest property portfolios in Europe. Our team of 2,500 dedicated professionals keeps over 2,000 sites running smoothly—and we’d love for you to be part of it.

About the Role

Your responsibilities will include a range of cleaning tasks, including:

• Mopping, vacuuming, and dusting
• Cleaning toilets, floors and offices
• Emptying bins and sanitising surfaces

This is a hands‑on role that involves manual handling, but don’t worry—we’ll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, reliable, and self‑motivated
• Able to work independently and manage their own time
• Comfortable communicating with customers and managers
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety

Previous cleaning experience is a bonus, but not essential.

What We Offer

• 22.5 days annual leave, rising to 25 after 5 years’ service (plus bank holidays)
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Defined Contribution pension scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Full training and induction provided – no experience needed!

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for a flexible role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you! Before you apply, make sure that you can get to the location for the hours stated, and the total weekly hours are in line with your expectations. Please note there is limited on‑site parking available at this location. If you are relying on public transport, check to make sure the location has good public transport links and that the cost and time of the commute are not excessive.

What Happens Next?

If your application is successful, we’ll invite you to take part in a short virtual assessment. It’s a great opportunity for you to showcase your skills and personality by answering seven questions — either on video or audio‑only, whichever you’re most comfortable with.

You can complete it using a laptop, smartphone, or tablet — whatever works best for you — and you can do it at a time that suits you.

Don’t have the means to complete this or would prefer to speak with one of our team? No problem, we can also offer a short telephone assessment as an alternative.

Please note: This vacancy may close early once we receive enough applications—so don’t wait!