Location: Parkway, Bridgwater (covering Connaught House and Winsor House)
Employer: Local Authority
Contract Duration: 9 months (fixed-term contract)
Working Hours:
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Monday: 4 hours
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Wednesday: 3 hours
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Friday: 4 hours
Preferred Start Time: 8:00 am (flexibility available for the right candidate)
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The Cleaner role is essential for maintaining high-quality cleaning operations across Somerset accommodation and halls. This position ensures a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors, supporting the effective maintenance of council properties while upholding high standards of hygiene and professionalism.
Cleaning and Operational Duties-
Perform cleaning tasks according to standards set by the Cleaning Supervisor.
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Conduct general cleaning, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces.
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Clean kitchen areas, toilets, and communal spaces to a high standard.
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Remove rubbish and recycling, following manual handling guidelines.
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Complete cleaning activities efficiently with minimal disruption.
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Team Responsibilities
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Collaborate with the building cleaning team and work independently as needed.
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Coordinate cleaning activities across designated sites per supervisor instructions.
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Maintain a polite, professional, and helpful demeanor with colleagues and building users.
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Asset and Facilities Awareness
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Understand council assets and facilities.
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Perform duties with professionalism, maintaining confidentiality.
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Handle equipment and materials with care.
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Health, Safety, and Compliance
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Follow health, safety, and wellbeing policies for personal and others' safety.
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Adhere to safe working practices, including manual handling and equipment use.
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Reporting
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Report any damage, maintenance issues, or concerns to the Cleaning Supervisor.
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Report faults with cleaning equipment or health and safety risks.
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Corporate Responsibilities
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Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion policies.
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Treat all staff, residents, and visitors with respect and dignity.
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Work in line with organizational values, contributing positively to local authority objectives.
Requirements:
Experience-
Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience is desirable but not essential.
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Experience in team environments or public/residential buildings is advantageous.
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Qualifications
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No formal qualifications required.
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Basic understanding of health and safety practices is desirable (training provided).
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Skills and Competencies
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Good attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
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Reliable, punctual, and organized approach to work.
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Good communication skills and a friendly, professional manner.
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Ability to follow instructions and adhere to cleaning schedules.
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Additional Information
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Working hours: 11 hours per week.
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Location: Somerset
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Bi-weekly schedule
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The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
