Cleaning Operative - York

York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (LLP); York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

27 days holiday + 6-7 relocation if/as

Relocation package

Staff benefits

Cycle to work

Job summary

York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (LLP) is seeking a Cleaning Operative to join our York team. The role offers various shifts, including 07:30-15:30, 14:00-22:00 and weekend options, across a 24/7 operation. No prior experience required as full training will be provided.

You will help maintain cleanliness in designated areas, operate cleaning machinery safely and contribute to a hygienic hospital environment, with opportunities for ongoing training in COSHH and infection prevention.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and COSHH.
• Infection prevention and control awareness.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in designated areas according to the schedule.
• Operate cleaning machinery safely and responsibly.
• Use materials economically and store securely.
• Use colour coded equipment to prevent cross contamination.

Skills

Hygiene understanding

COSHH procedures

Infection prevention

Cleaning equipment handling

IT literacy (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Communication with patients

Education

BICSc Qualification/NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning

Job description

York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (LLP)

Cleaning Operative - York

The closing date is 16 November 2026

Monday to Friday

07:30-15:30

14:00-22:00

17:00-20:00

17:00-22:00

Saturday / Sunday

07:30-14:00

14:00-20:00

17:0�-20:00

Base - York Hospital

Are you looking for a post based within our York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management Team? Are you a strong team player, kind, friendly and motivated? Then we may have the role for you!

York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (YTHFM) are looking for an approachable and flexible Cleaning Operative to join our team in York.

Experience is not necessary as full training will be given, but a willingness to learn and develop your skills is essential.

We have more than one shift pattern available currently. The department works across 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Additional hours may also be available at times, for those who wish to work them.

Main duties of the job

The main responsibilities of the role are maintaining levels of cleanliness throughout a designated area.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to;

• Ensuring that the ward/area you are assigned to is cleaned in accordance with the work schedule for that area. This will include lifting items and operating cleaning machinery, some of which is industrial standard
• Undertaking specialist cleaning as required under the guidance of the Facilities Supervisor and/or Nurse in Charge and/or Infection Prevention Department
• Using machinery/equipment in accordance with your training to prevent endangering yourself and others
• Ensuring all the cleaning materials and disposables are used economically and are stored securely and safely in your work area
• Ensuring that whilst carrying out your duties the correct colour coded equipment is used to prevent cross contamination

You will work without immediate supervision so must be able to prioritise and use your own initiative. Tasks may need to be completed under time and other pressures, but you will maintain standards and pride in your work.

We are looking for people who are able to read, write and converse in English. You will also have a basic understanding of/are willing to complete appropriate qualifications and training in:

• knowledge of cleaning procedures,
• COSHH procedures
• infection prevention and control
• Relevant water systems training
• Use of equipment such as floor cleaning machinery

About us

To find out more about working for our Trust, please visit:

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
• For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [e-mail]

art of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Experience & knowledge

• An understanding of the importance of hygiene
• An understanding of the importance of health and safety o COSHH procedures o Infection prevention and control o Knowledge of the safe use of cleaning equipment/machinery
• Use, experience and knowledge of computer technologies (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Experience in a similar role or industry

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, employees and visitors

Education, Qualifications and Training

• Good basic education which includes reading, writing and basic numeric skills
• A willingness to complete appropriate qualifications or training relevant to the role as and when required
• BICSc Qualification/NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (LLP)