Hostel Cleaner

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading agency in Cardiff as a Hostel Cleansing Operative, providing essential cleaning services to support vulnerable communities. This role offers a competitive hourly rate, skill development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents.

Benefits

Training to BICSc standards

Agency support benefits

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is a plus but not required.
• Training to BICSc standards will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality cleaning to communal areas and residential flats.
• Follow cleaning procedures and conduct risk assessments.
• Identify and report repairs or issues to Building Staff.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Job description

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Hostel Cleansing Operative – Caretaking Services

Location: Cardiff (Multiple Hostel Sites)

Contract: 2nd June 2025 – 1st September 2025 (13 Weeks)

Hours: 37 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pay: £12.21–£15.77/hour + agency support benefits

Are you a compassionate cleaner ready to support vulnerable communities in Cardiff? Join Network Recruitment Wales – NRW People as a Hostel Cleansing Operative and provide high-quality cleaning services to hostels across the city, supporting flats and communal areas for vulnerable families and single people with complex needs. Earn a competitive rate over a 13-week contract, make a meaningful impact, and grow your skills—all with the backing of a leading Welsh agency.

Why This Role?

• Support Vulnerable Communities: Ensure a clean, safe environment in hostels, helping vulnerable families and single people feel at home.
• Varied Work: Clean communal areas and individual flats, with tasks varying as occupancy changes, keeping your role dynamic.
• Skill Development: Receive training to BICSc standards, enhancing your cleaning expertise and career prospects.
• Welsh Pride: Contribute to a vital role in Cardiff with an agency committed to local communities and public services.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver high-quality cleaning to communal areas and residential flats in Cardiff hostels, ensuring a safe and welcoming space for residents.
• Follow cleaning procedures, conduct risk assessments, and adhere to health and safety policies to maintain a safe environment for all.
• Identify and report repairs or issues (e.g., anti-social behaviour, tenancy concerns) to Building Staff and the Hostel Supervisor daily.
• Communicate with residents and service teams in person or by phone, ensuring customer satisfaction and high-quality work.
• Support council initiatives by providing clear written updates for management, contributing to equality and safeguarding policies.

What We’re Looking For:

• Skills: Strong attention to detail, with the ability to follow cleaning procedures and maintain high standards in a sensitive environment.
• Qualities: Reliable, empathetic, and committed to health and safety, with good communication skills for interacting with residents.
• Experience: Previous cleaning experience is a plus but not required—training to BICSc standards will be provided.
• Requirements: Ability to travel across Cardiff hostel sites; commitment to equality and safeguarding policies; eligibility to work in the UK.
• Bonus Points: Experience in a similar role or working with vulnerable groups; Welsh language skills (or willingness to learn basic greetings).

Why Choose NRW People?

At Network Recruitment Wales, we’re your career partners:

• Local Expertise: We know Wales inside out, placing you in roles that matter with Cardiff Council.
• Seamless Support: From start to finish, we’ve got you covered with top-notch agency care, including training support.
• Great Rates: Earn £12.21–£15.77/hour with the flexibility of a 13-week contract and additional support benefits.

Ready to Apply?

This 13-week contract starts 2nd June 2025, offering 37 hours/week (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) in a role that supports Cardiff’s most vulnerable residents. If you’re ready to provide a high-quality cleaning service, send your CV to us but act fast, applications close soon!