Healthcare Cleaning Operative — 27 Days Leave & Pension

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Chatham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional NHS organization in Chatham is seeking a Facilities Operative (Cleaner) to maintain high standards of cleanliness in patient areas. The role includes responsibilities such as operating cleaning equipment and managing waste. Candidates should have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving license if required. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.51 and numerous benefits, including generous leave entitlement and NHS discounts.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Automatic enrolment into NHS Pension scheme

Access to NHS discounts and Blue Light card discounts

Qualifications

• Right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Full UK driving licence if required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on cleaning duties across patient areas.
• Apply NHS National Cleaning standards.
• Complete required paperwork and training records.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely.
• Manage waste appropriately.
• Confirm full UK driving licence if necessary.

Skills

Commercial cleaning experience

Health and social care experience

Basic catering tasks

Job description

A regional NHS organization in Chatham is seeking a Facilities Operative (Cleaner) to maintain high standards of cleanliness in patient areas. The role includes responsibilities such as operating cleaning equipment and managing waste. Candidates should have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving license if required. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.51 and numerous benefits, including generous leave entitlement and NHS discounts.