Cleaning Operative, Cleaning Services

Overview

York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (LLP) is seeking a Cleaning Operative in York. The closing date is 30 July 2026.

The main duties are to maintain cleanliness in a designated area and follow the work schedule. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Clean the ward/area according to the schedule for that area, including lifting items and operating cleaning machinery (some equipment may be industrial standard)
• Undertake specialist cleaning as required under the guidance of the Facilities Supervisor, Nurse in Charge or Infection Prevention Department
• Use machinery and equipment in accordance with training to protect yourself and others
• Manage cleaning materials and disposables, using them economically and storing them securely and safely in the work area
• Use colour-coded equipment to prevent cross-contamination

Work is performed without immediate supervision. You should be able to prioritise, use your initiative, and meet time pressures while maintaining high standards.

• Ability to read, write and converse in English
• Willingness to complete appropriate qualifications and training
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures
• COSHH procedures
• Infection prevention and control
• Relevant water systems training
• Use of cleaning equipment, including floor cleaning machinery

For more information about working for the Trust, please visit the Trust website.

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme and related benefits
• Holiday entitlement: 27 days rising to 33 days (depending on service)
• Relocation package up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support relocation for hard-to-fill positions
• Paid and unpaid leave for emergency and planned needs
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support 24/7
• NHS Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes
• Learning and development opportunities

A full description of the role is available in the attached job description. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and Disclosure to the DBS as required.

York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (LLP)