Cleaning Attendant
1 month ago
London
Do you have a passion for maintaining a safe and clean environment in the interest of the public? Westway Trust is looking for dedicated and reliable experienced Cleaning Attendants to provide supervised access to the new public toilets located on Acklam Road, next to Portobello Market. As a member of the Cleaning Attendant team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment at all times. The role requires someone with a good physical stamina who is friendly, confident with an energetic approach to work and will be fully committed to achieving a consistent standard of cleanliness and appearance throughout the facility. We welcome applications from those who would be interested in working either full-time or part-time hours. Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: - To open and lock the facility and return the key to the Trust’s offices. - Effectively and efficiently manage the access control system. - To ensure that all toilet cubicles (toilets seats, pans, urinals, basins and door furniture) are clean and fit-for use. - Properly clean all sanitary appliances, fittings, and areas on a regular basis as directed. - Sweep, wet mop, and floor polish designated areas. - Replenish towels, soaps, and toilet rolls as and when required and maintain cleaning equipment and supplies. - Coordinate and work positively in collaboration with other members of the cleaning team. - Ensure that all health and safety regulations and sanitation guidelines are adhered to. - Clean glass surfaces, mirrors, and windows. - Carry out periodic checks of the facility to ensure cleanliness and safety. - Report repairs and replacements that are required when encountered while cleaning. - Empty waste bins and replacing liners. Essential Experience, Skills and Attributes: - A minimum of 3 years of proven experience as a cleaner in any institution or organisation. - Good communication skills as a general cleaner is required to possess the ability to accept, understand, and follow instructions and to deal with users and the public in a professional manner. - Confident and energetic approach to work. - Adequate knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies. - A willingness to learn. - Attention to detail to perform a thorough job. - Ability to complete physically demanding tasks. - Integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness to work independently. Benefits of working with us: - Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington - Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per year + statutory bank holidays - Sick pay scheme - Investor in People (IiP) employer - Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from Westway Trust office - Pension scheme - Life Assurance - Season ticket / bicycle loan - Free eye test voucher This a a role of 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 9am and 6.30pm, with evening, weekend and some shift work. There is a rolling deadline for this position. We encourage applicants to submit their application as soon as possible, as this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time. An early application is therefore strongly recommended. We welcome applications from those who would be interested in working part-time or full-time.
