Cleaning Operative x2

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking two Cleaning Operatives to maintain cleanliness in schools within Ebbw Vale. The positions offer approximately 12.5 and 9.72 hours per week, focusing on teamwork and health and safety. Ideal candidates should be prepared to undertake necessary training and possess a good understanding of COSHH regulations. This is a permanent position.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team and to use own initiative.
• Willingness to undertake any training considered necessary for the position.
• COSHH and basic Health and Safety knowledge is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Clean designated areas to a set standard using chemicals, equipment and machinery.
• Maintain cupboards, equipment and machinery by cleaning and ensuring correct storage after use.
• Place orders when replacement chemicals and equipment are required.

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

COSHH knowledge

Health and Safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

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The Children, Young People and Families Directorate within Blaenau Gwent are looking to recruit 2 Cleaning Operatives on a permanent basis at Willowtown Primary for 12.5 hours per week, 41 weeks of the year, and Ebbw Fawr Primary for 9.72 hours per week, 41 weeks, to undertake cleaning duties in establishments within the borough.

Responsibilities

• Clean designated areas to a set standard using chemicals, equipment and machinery.
• Maintain cupboards, equipment and machinery by cleaning and ensuring correct storage after use.
• Place orders when replacement chemicals and equipment are required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to work as part of a team and to use own initiative.
• Willingness to undertake any training considered necessary for the position.
• COSHH and basic Health and Safety knowledge is desirable.

Employment Conditions

• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child Barred List.

About us

At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.

Want to ask us a question?

For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact:

• Jayne Wheeler, Assistant Team Leader, on 07854078457
• Andrea Morris, Assistant Team Leader, on 07773536526

Application details

• Closing Date: 25/09/2025
• Interview Date: 09/10/2025