General Assistant Cleaning

The Salvation Army; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Birmingham is seeking a General Assistant Cleaner to ensure the cleanliness of offices, communal areas, and resident flats. The role requires knowledge of health and safety practices, commercial cleaning experience, and the ability to communicate effectively. Candidates should respect and promote the Christian ethos of the organization. This part-time position involves 16 hours of work per week with a professional and empathetic approach towards clients.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant health and safety practice regarding cleaning materials and equipment.
• Experience in commercial cleaning is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the service is cleaned to a high standard.
• Clean administration areas, resident flats, and maintain grounds.
• Interact with clients professionally and empathetically.

Skills

Knowledge of health and safety practice

Experience in commercial cleaning

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Ability to promote Christian values

Job description

Working hours: 16 hours per week

Working pattern: Monday: 7am - 11am, Tuesday: 7am - 10am, Wednesday: 7am - 10am, Thursday: 7am - 10am and Friday: 7am - 10am

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Salvation Army Homelessness Services are committed to providing opportunities that support each person to find their purpose, develop positive relationships and experience a sense of community.

The General Assistant Cleaning post undertakes the duties which ensure the service is cleaned to a high standard and meets health and safety regulations and legislation. As the General Assistant Cleaner you will be responsible for cleaning an Administration Block (offices, toilets, communal rooms, hallways, corridors) as well as resident flats when they become vacant, making them ready to let out in a timely manner. Keeping the general site and grounds clean and tidy is also part of the role, with litter picking being one of the duties. The role holder will interact with clients and should work in a professional and caring manner whilst respecting the diversity of clients.

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• Knowledge of relevant health and safety practice in regards to cleaning materials and equipment
• Some previous experience of commercial cleaning
• Basic standard of literacy and numeracy with the ability to communicate in English to the level required to fulfil your duties
• The ability and willingness to work within, be empathic with and promote the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army Mission