Facilities Assistant (Cleaner)

St Basils; Coventry; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

St Basils is seeking a part-time Facilities Assistant (Cleaner) to clean communal areas across a group of properties within the Coventry area. You will be responsible for maintaining high cleanliness standards in living rooms, kitchens, corridors, bathrooms and staff areas, and for cleaning void units as needed.

The role requires knowledge of COSHH regulations, ability to interpret safety data sheets, and experience with cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• Good spoken English and ability to understand written policies and procedures.
• GCSE English (grade 4 or above) desirable.
• Full, current UK driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Clean communal areas including living rooms, kitchens, corridors, bathrooms and staff areas.
• Clean void units as they arise.
• Travel between sites to perform cleaning duties on-site.
• Interpret safety data sheets and follow COSHH risk assessments when using cleaning products.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and in line with training and procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English (grade 4+)

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

COSHH knowledge

Cleaning equipment operation

Job description

Facilities Assistant (Cleaner)

Company: St Basils Salary: from £12.85 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: CV2 1SD Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 28 Oct 2026 Closing date: 11 Nov 2026

As our Facilities Assistant , you will be responsible for cleaning a group of properties within our operating areas. The post holder will be responsible for cleaning communal areas including living rooms, kitchens, corridors, bathrooms, and staff areas. The post holder will also be required to clean void units in their properties as they arise.

You will have a good understanding of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations and COSHH risk assessments. The post holder will also have experience of interpreting safety data sheets and using cleaning equipment.

The role will be entirely site based with no option for home working and the post holder will be expected to travel between sites. The post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and must either have a full UK driving licence with access to their own vehicle or be able to demonstrate that they can use public transport without negatively impacting their duties.

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Essential requirements

ESSENTIALQUALIFICATIONS A good standard of spoken English with the ability to understand written policies and procedures DESIRABLE GCSE (or equivalent) English at grade 4 or above Full, current UK Driving Licence ESSENTIALROLE EXPERIENCE Previous experience as a Facilities Assistant for a housing provider, local authority, hospital, or care home Experience of using domestic and commercial cleaning equipment DESIRABLE Experience of working with vulnerable young people ESSENTIALKNOWLEDGE Strong understanding of safe working practices and COSHH requirements DESIRABLE Knowledge of safeguarding best practice Knowledge of lone working best practice ESSENTIALSKILLS Good written and verbal communication skills Good IT skills and the ability to use Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word, and Teams Strong organisational and time management skills Ability to work proactively, manage deadlines and to use initiative Ability to deliver and maintain a high standard of cleanliness Strong cleaning skills A good standard of spoken English with the ability to understand verbal instructions and training courses along with written policies and procedures ESSENTIALBEHAVIOURS & MOTIVATION Commitment to completing tasks allocated to a high standard and delivering excellent services Commitment to upholding safe working practices Ability to work flexibly as part of a small team Able to take responsibility and be self-reliant but ask for help and guidance when needed Commitment to upholding and delivering St Basil's values and PIE Ability to manage deadlines, prioritise and plan effectively Sets a good example and demonstrates a positive attitude Shows consistent integrity, trust and fairness and embraces equality and diversity Makes a difference every day Uses good judgement and initiative to find solutions Committed to continual learning and development and ensuring that technical skills and knowledge remain up to date for themselves and team members.

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