Cleaning Operative in Southampton

Salary

12.71

About The Role

Job Title: Cleaning Operative
Location: Ambulance Station, Totton PTS SO40 3AP
Hours: 10 Hours per Week
Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Shift Time: 2 Hours per Day (AM Preferred)
Rate of Pay: £12.71 per Hour
Reporting To: Area Supervisor / Contract Manager

Job Purpose

We are seeking a reliable and conscientious Cleaning Operative to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within an ambulance station environment. Due to the nature of the workplace, all cleaning duties must be completed in line with NHS cleaning standards, infection prevention protocols, and health and safety requirements.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring a clean, safe, and professional environment for ambulance staff, visitors, contractors, and service users.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled cleaning duties throughout the ambulance station.
• Clean and disinfect floors, surfaces, fixtures, fittings, furniture, and communal areas.
• Sanitise high-touch points including door handles, switches, workstations, touchscreens, and shared equipment.
• Maintain welfare facilities, kitchens, washrooms, showers, changing areas, offices, and staff rest areas to a high standard.
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste in accordance with site procedures.
• Replenish consumables such as soap, hand towels, toilet tissue, and sanitising products as required.
• Follow NHS cleaning standards and infection prevention procedures at all times.
• Use cleaning chemicals, equipment, and materials safely and in accordance with COSHH regulations.
• Report any maintenance issues, damage, hazards, or cleaning concerns to the Site Supervisor.
• Ensure all cleaning equipment is cleaned, maintained, and stored safely after use.
• Complete cleaning records, audits, or checklists as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous cleaning experience.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in approach.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow cleaning schedules and instructions.

Desirable

• Experience cleaning within healthcare, clinical, emergency service, or public sector environments.
• Knowledge of NHS cleaning standards.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• COSHH awareness and safe handling of cleaning chemicals.

Working Conditions

• Part-time role working 2 hours per day, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
• Morning working pattern preferred.
• Role will involve standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying cleaning equipment.
• PPE must be worn as required.
• Compliance with NHS cleaning standards and infection control procedures is essential due to the healthcare-related environment.

Salary & Benefits

• £12.71 per hour
• Part-time position with regular weekly hours.
• Full training and site-specific induction provided.
• Opportunity to work within a professional healthcare-support environment.

Summary

Total Weekly Hours: 10 Hours
Working Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Shift Length: 2 Hours per Day (AM Preferred)
Hourly Rate: £12.71 per Hour
Location: Ambulance Station Only

About Us

For nearly 50 years, we've played a vital role in helping our customers succeed. Built on strong, long‑standing relationships, our business is powered by people who are deeply connected to the communities where we live and work.

Our purpose guides every action and decision we make, "to proudly create safer and healthier communities today, for tomorrow." It reflects who we are, what we stand for, and the impact we strive to make every day.

Across our team of 27,000 dedicated professionals from 157 countries, that purpose comes to life through commitment, care, and a shared responsibility to the people we serve-now and for generations to come. 'When you join Bidvest Noonan, you're joining a team where your work has real impact, where your career can grow, where you belong, and where you help shape a safer, healthier future for us all.'