Cleaning Operative

Oasisfirvale; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Sheffield is looking for dedicated Cleaning Operatives to join their team. This part-time role involves maintaining a clean, secure, and hygienic environment for students and staff, with responsibilities including routine cleaning tasks and reporting maintenance issues. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to follow instructions diligently. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of £12.52 and requires a commitment to health and safety standards.

Benefits

Local Government Pension

Uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleaning role or similar position.
• Ability to maintain hygiene standards.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning of the premises as directed.
• Use cleaning materials economically and report low stocks.
• Ensure tools and equipment are in good working order.
• Maintain cleanliness in storage areas.
• Place warning signs in unsafe areas.
• Contribute to non-routine cleaning tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Cleaning materials and equipment

Job description

* Cleaning OperativeFast Apply# Cleaning OperativeEmployerLocation: Sheffield, South YorkshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £12.52 per hourPosted: 14th January 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 25th February 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1529445Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1529445* Share :**Cleaning Operative – 12.5 Hours per week – 49.6 weeks per year****£12.52 per hour + Local Government Pension + Uniform****To start as soon as possible**We are seeking 2 dedicated Cleaning Operatives to join the team at Oasis Academy Fir Vale. The cleaning team, as part of the wider site team, is responsible for high quality effective cleaning services to ensure a secure, safe and hygienic environment for all building users.Main duties will include1. To carry out the cleaning of the premises under the general direction of the Cleaning Supervisor.2. To use cleaning materials appropriately and economically; to inform the Cleaning Supervisor when stocks are low.3. To ensure that tools and equipment are in good working order, reporting any faults to the Cleaning Supervisor4. To ensure that cleaners’ cupboards/lockers are kept clean and tidy.5. To ensure that cleaning signs are placed in any wet or unsafe areas.6. To undertake any non-routine cleaning tasks as instructed by Cleaning Supervisor.7. All cleaners are required to contribute to cleaning tasks during the school’s holiday period.8. To always work to ALL guidelines, in relation to Health & Safety at Work Policy.9. To attend all essential Health and Safety courses or Safeguarding courses as determined by the management of the school10. To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required within your area of work.11. Undertake any other duty as reasonably requested.**Download job description for full list of duties and person specification**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Fir Vale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy Fir ValePart of### Oasis Community Learning