Location: Gateshead, Tyne & Wear
Hours: Part-time (Monday - Friday | 10-15 hours per week)
Duration: Long-term contract
The Opportunity
Are you a reliable cleaner looking for a steady, long-term part-time role south of the Tyne?
Search Consultancy is recruiting an experienced Site Cleaner for an active construction development in Gateshead. Offering flexible daily hours, this long-term contract is ideal for local candidates looking for dependable, consistent work to fit around their daily schedule.
We offer a choice between straightforward PAYE Direct (£12.71/hr + accrued holiday pay) or an Umbrella option (£16.71/hr), providing reliable weekly income with a leading agency.
Your Role & Responsibilities
Working independently on-site, you will be responsible for maintaining pristine hygiene and cleanliness standards across welfare facilities and site offices:
Office & Welfare Cleaning: Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting site offices, meeting rooms, canteens, and drying rooms daily.
Sanitation & Hygiene: Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting toilet facilities, washbasins, turnstiles, and high-touch surface points.
Canteen Maintenance: Cleaning food prep areas, wiping down tables, microwave interiors, sinks, and seating areas.
Waste Disposal: Emptying office and canteen bins, replacing liners, and transferring rubbish to designated site skip areas.
Stock Management: Monitoring cleaning supplies, hand soaps, paper towels, and toilet rolls, notifying site management when restocking is needed.
Requirements & Qualifications
To satisfy site entry and hygiene standards, all applicants must possess:
Cleaning Experience: Proven background in commercial, office, industrial, or construction site welfare cleaning (strictly required).
CSCS Card: A CSCS card is beneficial, but not strictly mandatory for welfare-only cleaning roles depending on site setup.
PPE: Standard safety boots and high-vis vest/jacket.
Reliability: Punctual, trustworthy, and capable of managing daily cleaning tasks without constant supervision.
Location: Local to Gateshead or with reliable transport to commute daily (easy access via Metro and local bus routes).
Right to Work: Valid proof of right to work in the UK.
Why Work With Search?
Flexible Pay Structure: Choice of £12.71/hr PAYE Direct (plus holiday pay accrual) or £16.71/hr Umbrella.
Long-Term Stability: Ongoing, multi-month contract providing steady part-time work.
Prime Gateshead Location: Conveniently located with quick access from Newcastle, Team Valley, Felling, and surrounding Tyneside areas.
Dependable Weekly Payroll: Prompt, accurate payments hitting your bank account every single Friday.
Dedicated Regional Support: Direct line to our specialised North East recruitment desk for ongoing local work opportunities.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Salary description
£12.71 - £116.00 per hour