Senior Cleaner

Bath River Line; Keynsham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Keynsham is seeking a Senior Cleaner to maintain high cleanliness standards at the Recycling Hub. You'll lead a dedicated team, handle supplies, and perform hands-on cleaning approximately 80% of the time. The ideal candidate has attention to detail and strong organisational skills. This part-time role offers opportunities for overtime and a chance to contribute positively to the community.

Benefits

Opportunities for overtime

Qualifications

• Passion for cleaning and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the cleaning team.
• Order and manage cleaning materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of offices, kitchens, and public areas.
• Clean stairwells and vacuum/mop floors.
• Ensure professional approach with all building users.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Physical fitness

Friendly attitude

Job description

Senior Cleaner Keynsham Recycling Hub, Pixash Lane

Hours: 10 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 16:00-18:00

Additional: Opportunities for overtime available

Bath & North East Somerset Council is excited to announce a new opportunity for a Senior Cleaner at our state‑of‑the‑art Keynsham Recycling Hub, located at Pixash Lane. This modern facility, opened just 18 months ago, is a cornerstone of our commitment to sustainability and excellence.

About the Role

As Senior Cleaner, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness across the site. You’ll lead a dedicated cleaning team, manage stock and supplies and handle light administrative duties. While leadership is part of the role, approximately 80% of your time will be hands‑on cleaning, working alongside your team to ensure the site remains safe, hygienic and welcoming.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the cleaning team
• Order and manage cleaning materials
• Maintain cleanliness across offices, kitchens, public areas, and multiple toilet facilities
• Clean stairwells, vacuum/mop floors, and dust edges and ledges
• Ensure a courteous and professional approach with all building users

About You

• A passion for cleaning and attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills and reliability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks
• Friendly, polite, and respectful attitude

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Sue Boulton, Team Leader Cleaning by email at [e-mail] or by telephone on 01225 394429.

Interview date: TBC

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

No agencies please.

Prior Consideration

• Banes Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at‑risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

We are unable to sponsor candidates for this role under the Home Office Tier 2 points‑based system (skilled worker route), therefore you must be able to obtain and provide your own right to work in the UK. Please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist which provides details of which documents are acceptable. Should you be shortlisted you will be asked to bring your right to work documents with you to your interview so they can be copied and verified at that stage.

About Bath & North East Somerset Council

Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. We are a Disability Confident Employer. The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Safeguarding Statement

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Part‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Government Administration