Cleaning Operative Council Posted Term Time Part Time

Grade A scp 3 – £12.85 per hour (pay award pending)

Contract:

Permanent, term time only

Interview date: 22/07/2026

We are seeking to recruit cleaning operatives to work within our Services for Schools department. The role is responsible for providing cleaning services to schools within the borough of Bolton. You will be required to undertake general cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying bins and toilet cleaning.

• Horwich Parish (BL6): 12.25 hours per week, Mon – Thurs 3:30–6pm, Friday 3:30–6:15pm – TTO + 4 weeks.
• Horwich Parish (BL6): 10 hours per week, Mon–Fri 3:30–5:30pm – TTO + 4 weeks.
• St Matthew CE (BL1): 12.5 hours per week, Mon–Fri 3–5:30pm – All year round.

You will need a good level of physical fitness; you’re task focused and motivated to get the job done. Previous experience is not necessary, but you’ll need to be able to follow instructions and work to strict deadlines.

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Flexible work opportunities
• Access to Pension Scheme
• Employee wellbeing and support services
• Discounts and exclusive gym membership prices
• Salary sacrifice schemes

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

DBS clearance is required. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). Employment offers are conditional upon satisfactory clearances. Information provided will be handled confidentially.

This post is a designated customer-facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as per the person specification.

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