Cleaning Operative (16:00pm - 18:00pm) - FTC
Posted 1 week ago by Johnsons 1871
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Haslingden, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Cleaning Operative at Staghills Nursery School in Lancashire involves supporting cleaning and infection control requirements on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave for up to 12 months. The position requires a methodical and efficient approach to cleaning, the ability to work independently and lead a team, and strong interpersonal skills. The candidate should be adaptable, physically capable, and knowledgeable about COSHH regulations. Training will be provided, and the role includes various employee benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support cleaning and infection control requirements of the School.
- Maintain a methodical, organised, and thorough approach to cleaning.
- Work independently and lead a team effectively.
- Communicate well with colleagues and maintain a positive demeanor.
- Adapt to new processes and ideas as required.
- Deliver quality work unsupervised.
- Comply with COSHH regulations.
- Participate in training courses and undertake additional duties as needed.
- Fulfil management requests and support colleagues in achieving objectives.
Key Skills:
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead a team.
- Physical capability to perform cleaning tasks, including lifting and bending.
- Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
- Desirable: BICs Licence to Practice or BICs skills training.
- Commitment to company core values and enthusiasm for the role.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Haslingden
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Working on behalf of a prestigious client, based in Staghills Nursery School, Lancashire, you will be required to support the cleaning and infection control requirements of the School. This is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave for up to 12 months (Jan 2026 - Jan 2027)
Duties Will Include But Not Limited To
- A methodical approach to cleaning that is organised, efficient and thorough.
- The ability to work well independently, and lead a team.
- Good interpersonal and excellent communication skills.
- A positive and approachable manner.
- Good numeracy and literacy.
- Physical abilities, including being able to work on your feet for long periods of time, as the job may involve lifting, reaching and bending.
- Adaptability to change and a willingness to adopt new processes and ideas.
- The ability to deliver quality work and to work unsupervised
- A knowledge of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations relating to the role
- It is desirable to have a British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICs) Licence to Practice, or BICs skills training
- Demonstrate a commitment to work within Johnson's1871 Ltd Core Values
- To attend and fully participate in training courses
- To undertake additional duties in line with capabilities as required
- Fulfil all reasonable management requests and liaise and support with colleagues to create flexible working relationships working towards the same objectives.
RequirementsYou must be able to act on your own initiative, be enthusiastic and committed to the role. In return, you will receive excellent company benefits including high street discount schemes and health support. Experience is not required as training and management support will be given. Holidays are not permitted during term time.
Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Pension
- NHS Medical Health Care Scheme
- Employee Discount Scheme
Equal Opportunity Statement
All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by law. We have a long heritage of being an inclusive employer which provides training and development in a positive learning environment.