Cleaning Operative

Winthorpe, United Kingdom Posted on 07/01/2026

Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 2FD

Job Type: Temporary Holiday Cover Assignment

Assignment Dates: 24th August 2026 - 29th August 2026

Hours: Monday to Friday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm (10 hours per week)

Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour (PAYE)

Start Date: 24th August 2026

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and professional Cleaning Operative to work at a commercial office facility in Newark. This is a temporary holiday cover assignment offering part-time evening hours.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• General cleaning of office and communal areas
  
• Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors
  
• Dusting and wiping desks, surfaces and touch points
  
• Cleaning kitchens and welfare facilities
  
• Cleaning toilets, washrooms and replenishing consumables
  
• Emptying waste bins and disposing of waste appropriately
  
• Ensuring cleaning equipment and materials are used safely and stored correctly
  
• Reporting any maintenance issues or health and safety concerns
  
• Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and presentation at all times
  
• Using the site's telephone-based time and attendance system
  

Candidate Requirements

• Previous commercial cleaning experience preferred
  
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
  
• Comfortable working alone and taking responsibility for site security procedures
  
• Ability to act as a key holder and operate alarm systems where required
  
• Excellent attention to detail
  
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach
  
• Right to work in the UK
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to:

• Complete financial services and referencing checks
  
• Provide valid Right to Work documentation at induction
  
• Participate in site-specific induction and security procedures
  
• Use the mandatory telephone-based time and attendance system
  
• Previous experience cleaning office or commercial environments
  
• Knowledge of COSHH and safe use of cleaning chemicals
  
• Experience of lone working and key holder responsibilities
  

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rate of £13.45 per hour
  
• Weekly pay
  
• Part-time evening hours
  
• Opportunity to work within a professional commercial environment
  
• Ongoing support from our recruitment team
  

If you are a dependable and experienced cleaner seeking a short-term assignment with immediate support and flexible evening hours, we would like to hear from you. Please apply today with your up-to-date CV.