Cleaning Operative

Join to apply for the Cleaning Operative role at CATS Global Schools Job Overview We take great pride in our appearance, and the cleaning team plays a crucial part in ensuring a professional, clean, and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors. As a Cleaning Operative, you will be required to carry out a variety of cleaning duties across CATS Cambridge, CSVPA, School of English buildings, boarding residences and grounds on a day‑to‑day basis, ensuring consistently high levels of cleanliness and hygiene at all times. This role reports directly to the Cleaning Supervisor and is part of the Operations Team comprising Cleaning, Catering and Maintenance. Responsibilities Cleaning and upkeep of school teaching buildings and boarding house residences. Cleaning tasks include but are not limited to: dusting surfaces, wiping door handles, mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, cleaning restrooms, showers, residence communal kitchens, emptying bins and replenishing consumables. Daily cleaning of College and School of English buildings. Weekly cleaning of individual houses. Check toilets and communal areas are clean and tidy at regular intervals. Keep outside areas free of rubbish. Report any cleanliness / health and safety / repair issues to line manager promptly. Deal with all customers (students, staff, external) with courtesy and promptness at all times. Use equipment, machinery and cleaning materials effectively, efficiently and in accordance with safe working practices to carry out duties. Work independently, or in small teams as/when required, to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. Undertake additional duties during the Summer School period. Occasional duties in the canteen. Any other duties required by line manager or Operations Manager. Standing/walking for extended periods and lifting items (reasonable adjustments will be made for candidates with disabilities). Personal Specification Able to work on your own initiative. Able to follow instructions and adhere to processes. Proactive and pragmatic approach to problems and challenges. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. A desire to make a difference to people. Good communication skills (English level B1 minimum) and teamwork attitude. Flexible and adaptable. Energetic and enthusiastic. Reliable and punctual. Health and safety (including COSHH) awareness and knowledge is desirable; training will be provided. About CATS Global Schools CATS Global Schools is a leading provider of pre‑university academic courses and English language courses in the UK, offering A Level, IB, and University Foundation programmes, as well as English Language Study to a growing number of international students seeking to gain places at UK universities. The network operates several educational brands in Cambridge, Canterbury and London, including CATS Academy in Boston, Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVPA) and Stafford House English language schools and study holidays. Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging, building on our core values of pioneering, persevering and people‑centred. A series of events, guest speakers and focus groups are in place to make CATS Global Schools an employer of choice for all. Safeguarding CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well‑being of children and young people. Appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines, including satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media. #J-18808-Ljbffr