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About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamEstate Services is committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness across all communal areas to ensure a safe, pleasant, and hygienic living environment for all residents. Our cleaning service is an essential part of the estate management offering and is funded through the service charges paid by residents.Our trained cleaning operatives carry out regular cleaning schedules, which include the upkeep of shared spaces such as entrances, hallways, stairwells, lifts, bin areas, and other communal facilities. We use professional-grade equipment and environmentally friendly cleaning products to deliver consistent and effective results.We recognise that the cleanliness of shared areas directly impacts residents' quality of life and overall satisfaction and we remains dedicated to providing a cleaning service that reflects the value of the contributions made through service charges and meets the expectations of our residents through our cleaning operatives.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe Council is focused on delivering the best possible outcomes for its communities. To do this the Council needs front line staff who thrive in a networked organisation and who can provide strong service delivery. The Estates Cleaning Team provides cleaning services on housing estates across the borough ensuring our communal areas within our housing estates are clean and safe. The range of services the team includes (but not limited to are): Cleaning of communal areas, Deep Cleaning, Bulk Removal, Responding to other estate issues.The role reports directly to the Estate Cleaning supervisor and will be part of a cleaning team dedicated to providing a cleaning service that reflects the value of the contributions made through service charges and meets the expectations of our residentsOur Ideal candidate will be required to :<ul><li>Sweep, mop and vacuum&nbsp; communal floors and stairs</li><li>Clean and sanitise lift interiors, door handles, and light switches</li><li>Dust and wipe down internal window sills, skirting boards, and surfaces</li><li>Remove litter and debris from entrances, hallways, and external pathways</li><li>Maintain cleanliness of bin stores and assist with minor waste management tasks</li><li>Report any maintenance issues or health and safety concerns encountered during cleaning</li><li>Restocking basic hygiene supplies (if applicable) in shared areas</li><li>Ensuring proper use, storage, and upkeep of cleaning materials and equipment</li><li>Any other assigned duties from line manager or supervisor where work will be required&nbsp;</li></ul>.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Cleaning Operative

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Our Schools Traded teams are proud to deliver services across 55 Primary and 5 Secondary Schools in the Borough. Our workforce provides services to schools day in and day out, making a positive impact on the lives of real people within the community and beyond. The dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce is demonstrated every day and all of our employeesprovide an essential service ensuring working areas are a safe environment for themselves, staff, pupils, and the public. When you start with us you will be joining a trusted, supportive and welcoming team. 
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Employee benefits that make a difference:We have a comprehensive benefits package on offer including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards for you and your family. You can view more details on our careers site, and find out what our employees have to say about how our benefits make a difference to them.
Change to working patterns that work for you: Roles that could offer you the flexible working option or work-life balance you are looking for , including part-time and term-time only roles and you can help change the lives of real people in your community.
How far could a career change take you? Looking to return to work after a break, or make a career change? We’ll help you develop the skills to make change happen with career boosting training and development. Switching to a role at any point in your career at your local council means you could go further than you think. Application support and frequently asked questions are available on our careers site.




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All of our cleaners work individually or as part of a team to complete daily cleaning routines in accordance with health &amp; safety policy &amp; procedure to ensuring safe working practices are always upheld. 
You don't need experience to apply for our cleaning roles as full training will be provided, and we welcome applications from individuals who share our commitment to supporting our communities. 
If you are comfortable and confident in being able to communicate with managers, colleagues, and members of the public in accordance with council policy then we would like to hear from you. 
You can find more details about what the role involves in the attached Job Description.


Equality &amp; Diversity
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. 
The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. 
The council runs a Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Full details are available on our careers site.




 
This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
You can review full Job Description and Person Specifications as attachments with this advert.
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. Application support is available on this careers site. 
NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life.
All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan
Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership
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Cleaner - Sutton Manor Community Primary School

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Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role.



The governors of Winsford High Street Community Primary School are looking to appoint a cleaner to join our site team, initially on a temporary basis to provide maternity cover.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Duties include:
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<li>Cleaning of classrooms/ offices/ corridors and washrooms.</li>
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The successful candidate will demonstrate a flexible approach, pride in their work and have a good manner with children, parents, colleagues and visitors.&nbsp; It is important to note that this is not a term-only position and expected hours will be at the start or end of the school day.&nbsp;&nbsp;
All applicants will be subject to stringent vetting procedures including satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
To apply, please apply online before 9am on Friday 27th June.
For more information please contact <a href="mailto:admin@highstreet.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@highstreet.cheshire.sch.uk</a>

Cleaner

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job Title: Cleaning AssistantThe Role:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>The cleaning assistant will be a key member of the team, assisting in the delivery of an effective cleaning service, whilst ensuring all work is undertaken in a safe manner</li>
<li>Applicants must have previous cleaning experience, with an understanding of COSHH and experience in the safe use of electrical equipment</li>
<li>The successful applicant should be prepared to undertake any necessary training to continuously improve their skills for the role of a cleaning assistant&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 07:00am till 09:00am and will be based at Palmerston School.Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (Role dependent) -&nbsp;A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension scheme –&nbsp;option to join the AVC scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing -&nbsp;offer including Employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: Midnight Monday 23rd June 2025 Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 30th June 2025 Interview date: W/C Monday 7th July 2025We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Jane Sutton at <a href="mailto:Jane.Sutton@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jane.Sutton@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Cleaning Assistant

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We’re looking for a reliable and hardworking Driver/Sweeper to join our comprehensive Street Cleansing Service within the Streetscene Team to help keep our streets clean, safe, and welcoming for residents and visitors alike.&nbsp; Our team keep the town’s pavements, roads and other public areas clean and safe, and we’re looking for new team members to join us!

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
 About the Role: The role is full time (37 hours per week) and will require you to start at 7.30am and will be working Monday to Friday only. 
A full UK driving licence is essential part of this role and forms part of the shortlisting criteria; therefore you must state this on your CV or application form if it is not mentioned you will not be shortlisted. As a Driver/Sweeper, you'll operate a range of vehicles and street cleansing equipment to maintain high standards of cleanliness across the borough. This includes sweeping streets, emptying litter bins, removing debris, and responding to environmental emergencies.

This job is working within the Reading Town Centre and includes driving and manual cleansing duties, so this would suit someone who enjoys varied outdoor work.&nbsp;
 Duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Driving the electric vehicle and pedestrian mechanical sweeping machines</li>
<li>Carrying out street cleansing duties using a range of equipment.</li>
<li>Maintaining equipment in accordance with checklists</li>
<li>Ensure assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard</li>
<li>Follow all health and safety regulations</li>
<li>Complete daily logs and reports as required</li>
<li>Supporting the wider street cleansing team as needed</li>
<li>Manually sweeping and clearing litter from public areas</li>
</ul>
Ideally the successful candidates will have a proven track record of outside working in a demanding environment, driving tippers and other mechanical sweeping machinery along with an understanding of general vehicle maintenance.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the 19 Bennet Road depot</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Chris Camfield – Streetscene Services Manager - <a href="mailto:chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Interview Date: Thursday 26th June 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Driver/Sweeper (Start 7.30am)

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We’re looking for a reliable and hardworking Driver/Sweeper to join our comprehensive Street Cleansing Service within the Streetscene Team to help keep our streets clean, safe, and welcoming for residents and visitors alike.&nbsp; Our team keep the town’s pavements, roads and other public areas clean and safe, and we’re looking for new team members to join us!

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
 About the Role: Shift work - starting at 11.00am and will include working some weekends and bank holidays. 
A full UK driving licence is essential part of this role and forms part of the shortlisting criteria; therefore you must state this on your CV or application form if it is not mentioned you will not be shortlisted. As a Driver/Sweeper, you'll operate a range of vehicles and street cleansing equipment to maintain high standards of cleanliness across the borough. This includes sweeping streets, emptying litter bins, removing debris, and responding to environmental emergencies.

This job is working within the Reading Town Centre and includes driving and manual cleansing duties, so this would suit someone who enjoys varied outdoor work.&nbsp;
 Duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Driving the electric vehicle and pedestrian mechanical sweeping machines</li>
<li>Carrying out street cleansing duties using a range of equipment.</li>
<li>Maintaining equipment in accordance with checklists</li>
<li>Ensure assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard</li>
<li>Follow all health and safety regulations</li>
<li>Complete daily logs and reports as required</li>
<li>Supporting the wider street cleansing team as needed</li>
<li>Manually sweeping and clearing litter from public areas</li>
</ul>
Ideally the successful candidates will have a proven track record of outside working in a demanding environment, driving tippers and other mechanical sweeping machinery along with an understanding of general vehicle maintenance.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the 19 Bennet Road depot</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Chris Camfield – Streetscene Services Manager - <a href="mailto:chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Interview Date: Thursday 26th June 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Driver/Sweeper (Start 11.00am)

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We’re looking for a reliable and hardworking Driver/Sweeper to join our comprehensive Street Cleansing Service within the Streetscene Team to help keep our streets clean, safe, and welcoming for residents and visitors alike.&nbsp; Our team keep the town’s pavements, roads and other public areas clean and safe, and we’re looking for new team members to join us!

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
 About the Role: Shift work - starting at 5.30am and will include working some weekends and bank holidays. 
A full UK driving licence is essential part of this role and forms part of the shortlisting criteria; therefore you must state this on your CV or application form if it is not mentioned you will not be shortlisted. As a Driver/Sweeper, you'll operate a range of vehicles and street cleansing equipment to maintain high standards of cleanliness across the borough. This includes sweeping streets, emptying litter bins, removing debris, and responding to environmental emergencies.

This job is working within the Reading Town Centre and includes driving and manual cleansing duties, so this would suit someone who enjoys varied outdoor work.&nbsp;
 Duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Driving the electric vehicle and pedestrian mechanical sweeping machines</li>
<li>Carrying out street cleansing duties using a range of equipment.</li>
<li>Maintaining equipment in accordance with checklists</li>
<li>Ensure assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard</li>
<li>Follow all health and safety regulations</li>
<li>Complete daily logs and reports as required</li>
<li>Supporting the wider street cleansing team as needed</li>
<li>Manually sweeping and clearing litter from public areas</li>
</ul>
Ideally the successful candidates will have a proven track record of outside working in a demanding environment, driving tippers and other mechanical sweeping machinery along with an understanding of general vehicle maintenance.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the 19 Bennet Road depot</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Chris Camfield – Streetscene Services Manager - <a href="mailto:chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Interview Date: Thursday 26th June 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Driver/Sweeper (Start 5.30am)

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We’re looking for a dedicated Machine Driver to join our Street Cleansing Team. You’ll be the person behind the wheel of our compact sweepers - making sure our streets and public areas stay spotless and welcoming for everyone.&nbsp; Do you enjoy being out and about, working with machinery, and helping your community stay clean and safe? If so, this could be the role for you!
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
 About the role:
A C1 or C1E UK driving licence is essential part of this role and forms part of the shortlisting criteria; therefore you must state you have this on your CV or application form if it is not mentioned you will not be shortlisted.

Our team keep the town’s pavements, roads and other public areas clean and safe, and we’re looking for new team members to join us!
This job is mainly driving our cleansing machines but you will also be carrying out a range of other cleansing duties, so this would suit someone who enjoys varied outdoor work.&nbsp; Checking and maintaining your equipment and vehicle in line with daily checklists.
 About you:
If you enjoy driving, manual work and take real pride in a job well done then we want to hear from you!
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<li>You will need to hold a full UK driving licence</li>
<li>An understanding of general vehicle maintenance.</li>
<li>Experience of outdoor manual working</li>
<li>You will need to feel comfortable maintaining mechanical equipment.</li>
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You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Chris Camfield – Streetscene Services Manager - <a href="mailto:chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing date: Tuesday 24th June 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Machine Driver - Street Cleansing Team

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/4454/4._Broxbourne_Job_Applicant_Privacy_Notice.docx" target="_blank">https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/4454/4._Broxb…</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/4458/CL_-_Cleaner_Bishops_College_-_June_25.docx" target="_blank">https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/4458/CL_-_Cle…</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/4459/CL_-_Cleaner_Bishops__College_-_June_2025.docx" target="_blank">https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/4459/CL_-_Cle…</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Cleaner (Ref: CL)
20 hours per week, Monday – Friday mornings approx. 6am -10am
Salary:&nbsp; £12,760.80 p.a. (FTE £23,607.48)
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The Council is looking to employ a professional, enthusiastic and organised cleaner to join our in-house team. Reporting to the Cleaning Supervisor, you will undertake a variety of cleaning tasks at Bishops’ College in Cheshunt, which is Broxbourne Council’s main Offices and includes a number of grade II listed buildings. The duties include:&nbsp;
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• General office cleaning (including toilets and kitchens) to a high standard
• Public event hall cleaning to a high standard&nbsp;
• Undertaking various routine, periodic and deep cleaning tasks
• Collection of recycling and refuse as required
• Checking for defects and reporting any estate issues found
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Applicants must be experienced, competent cleaners who take pride in their work and enjoy working as part of a team. The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in fluent English is essential in this post.
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The roles consist of working early morning between Monday and Friday. There is a requirement to work additional hours to cover annual leave or, absence as required.
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We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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The benefits package includes generous leave entitlement, a full training and development programme, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and free membership to the Council’s local leisure centres, which includes free access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, racket sport sessions, a health suite, and a range of generous discounts across other leisure and culture services.
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We have adopted the core values of Teamwork, Innovation, Effectiveness and Respect (TIER).&nbsp;
The values and their underlying behaviours, demonstrate our commitment to providing excellent customer care, working in a joined up way, showing respect at all times and looking at innovation and forward thinking solutions. We pride ourselves on recruiting, developing and retaining talent who share this commitment.
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Broxbourne Council is an Equal Opportunities employer.
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Previous applicants may not be considered.
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Details and application forms for all job vacancies are listed on the Council’s website.
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Application forms must be submitted online by 30 June 2025 quoting the above reference.
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Borough Offices, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9XQ.
Telephone: 01992 785509, Email: <a href="mailto:HR@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@broxbourne.gov.uk</a>
Website: <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk</a>

Borough of Broxbourne

Cleaner (Facilities)

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0074/8921/Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_School_Cleaner_PT.pdf" target="_blank">https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0074/8921/Abbey_Sc…</a></li>
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If you feel as though you have the right qualities to join our team then please complete an application form, available to download above.
Please complete the application form fully and send this to <a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a> with a covering letter addressed to the Premises Manager, Mr Lee. Alternatively, application forms can be sent by post to 12 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU.
Additional notes
The school will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Child safer recruitment procedures operate, and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.



About the School
Based in the heart of Chester City Centre, Abbey School is an Independent Special School for young people with autism aged 4-19 years who may have additional learning difficulties and behaviours that challenge.
About the post
We are looking for a positive person with a good knowledge of cleaning and excellent standards of hygiene.
This role is Monday – Friday, term-time only. Hours to be discussed/negotiated:
Afternoon: start time between 15:30 – 16:00. End time 18:00 -19:00.
We also have a morning opportunity between 07:00 – 09:00.
If you are interested in any of these hours, please contact us today to find out more. You do not need to commit to both morning and afternoon hours - you could be interested on morning OR afternoon.&nbsp;
Start date to be discussed.&nbsp;
Duties will include, but not limited to:
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<li>Performing general cleaning tasks across areas of the school site</li>
<li>Cleaning and sanitizing toilets, hygiene room, and medical room</li>
<li>Report low stock of cleaning supplies</li>
<li>Ensure Health and Safety, quality and general procedure compliance</li>
<li>Adhere to school policies and regulations</li>
</ul>
For further information please download the recruitment pack which contains a detailed job description and person specification.
Please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a> for more information.

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