Scheme Cleaner

OverviewBroxtowe Borough Council is looking to recruit an experienced cleaner for our independent living scheme at Southfields Court. The main purpose of the job is to provide an effective cleaning service to the Independent Living Scheme and ensure the specified standard of cleanliness is maintained.ResponsibilitiesWork alongside work schedules and specifications; clean all areas and items to the frequency and standards required.Ensure cleaning is carried out using the appropriate equipment and materials.Carry out duties in accordance with instructions to comply with the Council's Health and Safety Policy.Liaise with the cleaning team leader regarding workload and standards.Training and DevelopmentThe Council has a positive approach to training and development and will seek to facilitate appropriate job‑related training. Please demonstrate in your application how you achieve the essential and desirable criteria set out in the person specification. Consideration may be given to applicants who do not achieve all essential criteria but can demonstrate a good level of relevant work experience.RequirementsThe role will require you to be able to drive and a designated car user status has been applied to this post. Please see the Personal Specification for further information.Experience and AttributesCleaningWorking with customersWorking with vulnerable peopleManaging their own time and workloadAble to adapt to changing prioritiesThe ideal candidate would beSomeone who represents our GREAT values and behavioursWhat you need to knowThis is a permanent role and may involve travel around the Borough of Broxtowe.Successfully shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend a formal interview which may include a test to determine suitability for the role.If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please contact Laura Flavill on 0115 9173403.Please quote reference no:Closing date: 19 December 2025Expected interview date: W/C 5 January 2026Why join us?The Council has five GREAT values which represent our standards and expectations of how we’ll work.As a disability confident employer and an organisation committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.The Council embraces flexible ways of working to ensure we can attract the best talent and experience. While meeting the needs of our residents is a priority and we can’t guarantee we can accept all flexible working requests, we are happy to discuss options when you apply for a job with us.As a Broxtowe Borough Council employee you can enjoy many benefits including a generous pension fund, loyalty awards and family friendly policies to help balance work and family life, as well as discounts and offers as part of our employee benefits scheme. You can read more about these at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/jobsWe Offera generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days plus bank holidaysflexible working arrangementsaccess to a benefits package offering discounts on supermarkets, cinema tickets, high street and online retailersWhat you need to knowThis is a permanent role.Working hours are 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday.Training to help you in the role will be provided.Please apply at www.broxtowe.gov.uk (please do not send CVs). #J-18808-Ljbffr