Cleaning Operative – Job Description

Location:Coleshill, Birmingham
Hours: Monday–Friday 3pm-6pm
Total:15 hours per week
Contract Type:Part‑time, Permanent
Work Location: On-site (client premises)

Role Overview

An exciting new vacancy has arisen for a Cleaning Operative to join our team and provide a high‑quality cleaning service at one of our client sites in Coleshill. You will work independently on site, supported by a highly experienced facilities team who will ensure you have everything you need to succeed.

Your role is essential to delivering a first‑class customer experience and maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out all aspects of general cleaning, including:

    • Mopping

    • Vacuuming

    • Dusting

    • Cleaning of toilets and washroom facilities

  • Use cleaning tools, equipment, and machinery safely and as trained

  • Handle and apply cleaning chemicals in accordance with COSHH guidelines

  • Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and customer service

  • Ensure all work is completed within the allocated timeframe

Safeguarding Commitment

Prime Facility Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all employees to share this commitment.

All recruitment activity is conducted in line with Safer Recruitment practices as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Pre‑employment checks will include an enhanced DBS check (including the children’s barred list). All applicants must consent to these checks.

Working Pattern & Annual Leave

  • This is a term‑time only position

  • You will be paid a monthly salary based on 40.2 working weeks plus 5.6 weeks annual leave

  • Annual leave cannot be taken during term time and must be taken within school holidays

What We Offer

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  • Employee engagement activities

  • Company pension

About You

Essential qualities:

  • Reliable and punctual

  • Able to work independently

  • Good attention to detail

  • Professional and customer‑focused

  • Able to follow health & safety and COSHH procedures

Experience in cleaning or facilities is helpful but not essential as full training will be provided.

Interested?

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for part‑time work with a stable and supportive employer.

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Do you hold a full UK valid driving licence?
Do you have previous Cleaning experience
Are you aware of COSHH
What Cleaning tasks are you familiar with?
Cleaning roles often require working independently. Are you comfortable working alone?
Are you able to provide all right to work documents, i.e. passport, or birth certificate with proof on national insurance number. If none UK passport a share code will be required.
If you are successful, you will be required to provide identity documents to complete a DBS check. Are you able to provide the necessary documentation?
Have you previously worked in a school or similar environment?
Are you comfortable working around children and following safeguarding procedures?
Have you received any training related to safeguarding or working in environments with children/vulnerable adults?
Do you understand what a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is and why it’s required in a school setting?
Are you willing to undergo a DBS check (or equivalent) as this role involves working in a school environment?
Do you have any unspent convictions?
Is there anything that will appear on your DBS check? Failure to disclose this could result in your application being rejected.