Part Time Cleaner

Equans is recruiting for a Part time Afternoon Cleaner to be based in Noel Baker Academy DE24 0BR. This is a Fixed Term role working 20 hours per week. On offer is salary of £12,455.80 per annum and benefits package.

Shift Pattern:

49-week contract – 39 weeks = 20 hours a week

Monday -Friday 15:15 -19:15

4 weeks set holiday

No holiday is to be taken during term time or when deep cleans are taken place –

Deep clean dates are given 1 year in advance which normally fall as below:

Deep clean 4 weeks a year

• February 1 week Monday – Friday 7am -12:30pm

• April 1 week Monday – Friday 7am – 12:30pm

• August 2 weeks Monday -Friday 7am -12:30pm

What you will deliver

To carry out all work as requested.
• The Cleaning Operative will be expected to make sure that all their working areas in these premises are kept to the highest standard of hygiene, health and safety and presentation.
• Report to Caretaker any maintenance issues that may arise. 
• Be used to working under pressure, problem solve and to use their initiative when necessary 
• Ensure to follow all company systems and processes. 
• Observe the site rules and maintain a smart appearance and wearing the companies uniform at all times.
• Be responsible for ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and COSHH laws or regulations to make certain that all company Health and Safety policies, procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure that instructions for the maintenance, cleaning and storage of equipment are always followed.
• Ensure cupboards are kept clean and locked when not in use.
• Be prepared to perform any other reasonable duties as requested by the Caretaker.
• Be willing to deal with individual customer requests in a polite and professional manner at all times to exceed the customer’s expectations.

For this role you must undergo an Enhanced DBS clearance therefore ability to pass is essential.

What can we offer you?

• On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package, which includes;
• Paid days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to X1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
 

Who are we looking for?

Experience within the cleaning/hospitality industry with proven knowledge of housekeeping best practices.
• Good Timekeeping and attendance record.
• An outgoing personality with strong customer service focus.
• Proven experience of delivering a high-quality service with an eye for detail, and the ability to communicate those expectations to the rest of the team to achieve the same high standards. 
• BICS qualified or similar desirable

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world. 
Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

At Equans, we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve.
Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals. 
Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence – empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day. Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success. 
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us.

As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks. StaffVetting delivers professional screening services in a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused way, helping us ensure the right checks are completed from the start of the application journey. »
 
We are Disability Confident Level 2 members, and we offer the Guaranteed Interview Scheme as part of this commitment. Where feasible, if a candidate applies under the Disability Confident Scheme and they meet all of the essential criteria, we will offer an interview.  To find out more about this scheme please click here.

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.