Patch Assistants

• Reference: NHS003
• Division: Community Services
• Salary: £28,495.00 - £28,884.00 per annum
• Contract type: Permanent
• Posted on: 31 March 2026
• Interview date:20 April 2026
• Extra payment(s): 14% weekend work allowance

• Positions: 2
• Category: Community and streets
• Grade: C
• Working hours: 37 per week
• Closing date: 14 April 2026
• Location: Metcalf Way, Crawley
• Location type: Onsite

About the role

We are seeking dedicated, hardworking and reliable Patch Assistants to help us keep Crawley’s busy town centre clean, safe and well maintained.

In this role you will be litter picking, emptying bins, sweeping, removing graffiti and fly posters and clearing fly‑tipping. You will operate a range of cleansing equipment and tools, following all safety procedures and ensuring high standards of cleanliness throughout the town centre.

The successful individuals will demonstrate excellent customer service, professionalism and a willingness to work outdoors in all conditions - all are essential. You will work in full compliance with council policies, procedures and safety requirements, including safeguarding responsibilities, PPE use and risk assessments.

You must be reliable, willing to learn new skills, able to work independently when necessary and be prepared to work flexibly across our Neighbourhood Services division. You will have the physical capabilities to undertake the duties outlined.
Other duties may be assigned as required to support the effective delivery of the service.

Additional information

We are recruiting for two roles, both are based out of our Metcalf Way Depot (working hours specified below). For the role that requires weekend working, a 14% weekend enhancement is payable.

• Vacancy 1 – Weekday role. Working hours are Monday – Thursday 10am – 6pm, Friday 10am – 5:30pm
• Vacancy 2 – Weekend working role, 14% weekend enhancement. Working hours are Thursday – Sunday 7am – 3pm, Monday 7am – 2:30pm

Extra hours may be required during the week, weekends and Bank Holidays, for which there will be additional remuneration in line with our Local Pay Agreement.

Both roles are based out of our Metcalf Way Depot.

A full and current UK driving licence will be a requirement of the role.

For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email either of our Patch Managers darren.standing@crawley.gov.uk or jordan.soal@crawley.gov.uk.

Employee benefits

We offer a generous employee benefits package, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.

At Crawley Borough Council, you will have access to a structured programme of learning from day one, designed to help you succeed in your role and grow your career.

Our way of working

Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.

Safer recruitment

Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

How to apply

Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.

We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.

Related documents

• Patch Assistant NHS003 job description (PDF, 127.77 KB)