Cleaner

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 16/06/2026

Job Information

City: Bridgwater

Province: Somerset

Postal Code: TA6 5LB

Job Description - Cleaner (Contract - 9 Months)

Location: Parkway, Bridgwater (covering Connaught House and Winsor House)

Employer: Local Authority

Working Hours:

• Monday: 4 hours
• Wednesday: 3 hours
• Friday: 4 hours

Preferred Start Time: 8:00 am (flexibility available for the right candidate)

Summary

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.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and Operational Duties
  • Perform cleaning tasks according to standards set by the Cleaning Supervisor.
  • Conduct general cleaning, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Clean kitchen areas, toilets, and communal spaces to a high standard.
  • Remove rubbish and recycling, following manual handling guidelines.
  • Complete cleaning activities efficiently with minimal disruption.
• Team Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the building cleaning team and work independently as needed.
  • Coordinate cleaning activities across designated sites per supervisor instructions.
  • Maintain a polite, professional, and helpful demeanor with colleagues and building users.
• Asset and Facilities Awareness
  • Understand council assets and facilities.
  • Perform duties with professionalism, maintaining confidentiality.
  • Handle equipment and materials with care.
• Health, Safety, and Compliance
  • Follow health, safety, and wellbeing policies for personal and others' safety.
  • Adhere to safe working practices, including manual handling and equipment use.
• Reporting
  • Report any damage, maintenance issues, or concerns to the Cleaning Supervisor.
  • Report faults with cleaning equipment or health and safety risks.
• Corporate Responsibilities
  • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion policies.
  • Treat all staff, residents, and visitors with respect and dignity.
  • Work in line with organizational values, contributing positively to local authority objectives.

Requirements

• Experience
  • Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience is desirable but not essential.
  • Experience in team environments or public/residential buildings is advantageous.
• Qualifications
  • No formal qualifications required.
  • Basic understanding of health and safety practices is desirable (training provided).
• Skills and Competencies
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
  • Reliable, punctual, and organized approach to work.
  • Good communication skills and a friendly, professional manner.
  • Ability to follow instructions and adhere to cleaning schedules.