Cleaner and Maintenance Support Operative

Location: Pathway, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent
Hours: 10 hours per week
Working pattern: Flexible shifts available before 8:00am or after 4:00pm
Contract: Part-time

We are seeking a reliable, practical and detail-focused Cleaner and Maintenance Support Operative to support our Alternative Education Provision site in Burslem.

This is an important hands-on role for someone local who takes pride in keeping a site clean, safe, well-presented and functioning properly. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, trustworthy and able to turn their hand to a range of tasks. As well as cleaning duties, this role will suit someone who is a natural problem solver and a capable handy person who can help with basic site maintenance and respond to day-to-day issues sensibly and proactively.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants flexible part-time work and can be depended on to maintain high standards.

About the role

You will be responsible for delivering a high standard of cleaning across the site and helping to ensure the premises remain tidy, safe, secure and well maintained. The role requires someone who can work efficiently with minimal supervision, manage their time well, and deal with practical issues as they arise.

Key responsibilities

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Deliver high-quality cleaning across all areas of the site

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Carry out routine cleaning, deep cleaning and detailed cleaning tasks as required

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Help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for staff, learners and visitors

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Undertake basic maintenance and handy person duties where needed

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Identify and respond to minor site issues quickly and practically

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Report any repairs, health and safety concerns, damages or maintenance needs promptly

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Ensure cleaning materials and equipment are used safely and stored appropriately

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Open or secure the site where required as part of shift responsibilities

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Work efficiently, with good organisation and time management

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Complete all duties in line with company policies and procedures

Requirements

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Previous cleaning experience is preferred

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Basic maintenance or handy person experience would be an advantage

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Good attention to detail and high standards of work

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Able to work independently and use initiative

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Practical, adaptable and solutions-focused

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Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills

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Trustworthy, dependable and punctual

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Physically fit and able to carry out the duties required

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Eligible to work in the UK

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Willingness to undergo a DBS check due to the nature of the education setting

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

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Lives locally to the Burslem area

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Takes pride in their work and notices the details others miss

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Is practical, flexible and willing to help where needed

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Can solve problems calmly and sensibly

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Builds positive working relationships with colleagues

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Wants to contribute to a well-run education setting that supports young people

Safeguarding

This role is based within an Alternative Education Provision. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake an appropriate DBS check and work in line with safeguarding expectations and organisational policies at all times.

Please note

Only suitable applicants will be contacted