Cleaning Operative

Cleaning Operative (x5 Positions)

Estates and Capital Developments

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Salary: £24,315 per annum (pro rata)

Grade: Grade A

Contract Type: Permanent

Basis: Part Time (0.42)

Closing Date: 11:59 pm on Sunday, 14 December 2025

Interview Date: Thursday, 18 December 2025

Reference:

Release Date: Monday, 01 December 2025

We have exciting permanent opportunities to join our award-winning Cleaning Services team within Estates and Capital Developments

We are looking for enthusiastic part-time Cleaning Operatives to become part of our dedicated team of over 60 staff members.

You will play a key role in delivering exceptional cleaning standards across our facilities, working under the guidance of our Cleaning Service Team Leaders.

The following positions are available:

4 x 6:00 - 9:00 am on 5/7 contract 15 hours per week

1 x 1:30 - 8:00 pm on 5/7 contract 30 hours per week

You will be responsible for:

• Ensuring excellent standards of quality in cleaning (everyone to receive training on all quality standards)
• Taking mandatory legislative online training
• Providing excellent customer service
• Undertaking all training required
• Being a team player within a large team
• Ordering cleaning stock as you require from the Team Leader
• The keys you are issued
• Working in a safe manner, following all the health & safety training you receive

The roles will involve working 5 days in 7 and covering weekends on a rota basis. Uniforms will be provided.

Please note, this advert may close early due to the volume of applicants.

What we offer:

Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.

• Excellent training and development opportunities
• A generous annual leave scheme with 25 days' bookable leave and a further 13 days' bank holiday and University closure days
• Everyday discounts on a number of activities and retailers
• Great family-friendly policies
• On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
• Further information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our website

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. For more information about Skilled Worker eligibility criteria, please visit the website.

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University's commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate's name and address, will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual's lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas, or opinions.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit our website.

Guidance on AI-Assisted Applications

While we cannot prevent applicants from using AI tools to support their applications, we ask that all submissions reflect your own experience, achievements, and motivations. We want to understand what you personally bring to the role, so please ensure your application represents your own voice and capabilities.

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,315.00 per year

Work Location: In person