Cleaner (part-time)

We have two roles available at our Project in Haven House, Warrington.

1. Monday- Friday: 6am – 11am (25 hours per week)

2. Saturday- Sunday 6am – 11am (10 hours per week)

Please note that the salary for this role will be prorated based on your weekly hours.

Please submit your preference for shift pattern in the screening questions of the application.

Mission Statement

“It’s all about You.”

Purpose of the Role

To ensure that high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and accommodation are maintained throughout Haven House, including communal areas, staff facilities and void accommodation.

To undertake routine and deep cleaning, ensuring rooms and flats are thoroughly cleaned, sanitised and prepared for occupation. The postholder will help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for residents, colleagues and visitors, working in accordance with the Association’s policies, procedures and health and safety requirements.

Key Tasks

• To maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout Haven House.
• To undertake the cleaning and turnaround of void accommodation, ensuring rooms and flats are cleaned, sanitised and prepared for occupation.
• To use cleaning products and equipment safely and appropriately, in accordance with COSHH requirements and health and safety procedures.
• To maintain appropriate cleaning records and report repairs, defects, hazards and other concerns.
• To monitor cleaning materials and supplies, ensuring that any shortages or equipment issues are reported promptly.
• General responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

1. To maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout Haven House

1.1 To undertake routine and deep cleaning of designated communal areas and staff facilities, including kitchens, bathrooms, offices and corridors, to maintain consistently high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

1.2 To vacuum, sweep, mop and otherwise clean hard and soft flooring, and to clean windows, frames, paintwork, skirting boards, furniture, fixtures and fittings as required.

1.3 To empty bins, remove rubbish and ensure waste is disposed of safely and appropriately.

1.4 To undertake any other cleaning duties required to maintain a clean, hygienic and welcoming environment for residents, colleagues and visitors.

1.5 Checking the outside of the project, ensuring it is litter free.

2. To undertake the cleaning and turnaround of void accommodation, ensuring rooms and flats are cleaned, sanitised and prepared for occupation

2.1 To undertake routine and deep cleaning of void rooms and flats, ensuring accommodation is thoroughly cleaned, sanitised and prepared for occupation.

2.2 To remove rubbish from void accommodation and dispose of it appropriately, and to handle, bag and tag any belongings left behind in accordance with the Association’s procedures and management instructions.

2.3 To clean and sanitise all relevant areas of void accommodation, including floors, carpets, kitchens, bathrooms, fixtures and fittings.

2.4 To clean kitchen units inside and out, including crockery, cutlery, pans, cookers, fridges and other appliances, where appropriate and safe to do so.

2.5 To clean bathrooms thoroughly, including showers, shower trays, wash basins, toilets and tiled surfaces.

2.6 To clean windows, window frames, paintwork, skirting boards, furniture, fixtures and fittings, removing scuff marks where appropriate.

2.7 To vacuum, sweep, mop and otherwise clean hard and soft flooring in void accommodation as required.

2.8 To make beds and arrange the room inventory as required, and to inform the Project Manager or relevant colleague when accommodation is clean, tidy and ready for occupation.

3. To use cleaning products and equipment safely and appropriately, in accordance with COSHH requirements and health and safety procedures

3.1 To use appropriate cleaning products and equipment safely, following COSHH requirements, manufacturer instructions and the Association’s health and safety procedures.

3.2 To ensure cleaning products, materials and equipment are stored safely and securely when not in use.

3.3 To check that cleaning equipment is safe and serviceable before use and to stop using and report any equipment that is faulty or damaged.

3.4 To take reasonable care of personal health and safety and that of residents, colleagues, visitors and others who may be affected by the postholder’s work.

3.5 To follow relevant building security procedures while carrying out cleaning duties and to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment.

3.6 To participate in any training and professional development required to use cleaning products and equipment safely and to perform the role effectively.

4. To maintain appropriate cleaning records and report repairs, defects, hazards and other concerns

4.1 To complete cleaning checklists and any other cleaning-related records or checks required for the effective operation of Haven House.

4.2 To maintain accurate and timely records of cleaning duties undertaken and accommodation prepared for occupation.

4.3 To identify and promptly report hazards, damage, repairs, defects, maintenance issues and other health and safety concerns to the Project Manager or appropriate colleague.

4.4 To report any building security concerns and any safeguarding or wellbeing concerns relating to residents through the Association’s established reporting procedures.

4.5 To communicate effectively with colleagues about cleaning requirements, accommodation readiness and any concerns identified, and to attend relevant meetings as directed by the line manager.

4.6 To maintain strict confidentiality and comply with the Association’s data protection requirements when recording or reporting information about residents, colleagues or Association business.

5. To monitor cleaning materials and supplies, ensuring that any shortages or equipment issues are reported promptly

5.1 To monitor cleaning materials and supplies and report low stock levels promptly to the appropriate manager or colleague in accordance with the Association’s ordering procedures.

5.2 To report faults, damage or other issues affecting cleaning equipment promptly and provide clear information to support repair or replacement.

5.3 To use cleaning materials responsibly, minimise waste and help ensure that sufficient supplies are available to meet operational requirements.

The duties, tasks and responsibilities outlined above are not necessarily exhaustive or restrictive. Other duties may be required from time to time to meet the needs of the Association, provided they are commensurate with the post.

6. General responsibilities

6.1 To participate in any training and professional development that may be considered necessary in developing the Association’s services.

6.2 To take responsibility for taking reasonable care with regards to personal health and safety and that of colleagues, residents, stakeholders and visitors.

6.3 Strict adherence to confidentiality, data protection and related legislation is required at all times.

6.4 To work in accordance with the Association’s Safeguarding Accountability Framework and all relevant policies and procedures.

6.5 To treat everyone with respect and demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in carrying out all duties.

6.6 To promote good practice through adhering to the Association’s policies and procedures, values and Behavioural Competencies.

6.7 To attend any meetings as directed by the line manager as and when required.

6.8 To undertake any other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the level of the post that may be required from time to time.

The duties, tasks and responsibilities outlined above are not necessarily exhaustive or restrictive. Other duties may be required from time to time to meet the needs of the Association, provided they are commensurate with the post.

Pay: £25,765.32-£27,716.64 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Warrington WA5 1TY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Which shift pattern would you like to be considered for?

1. Monday- Friday: 6am – 11am (25 hours per week)
2. Saturday- Sunday 6am – 11am (10 hours per week)
3. Both

• Please let us know your UK Working rights?

Experience:

• Cleaning: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person