Working hours: 16 hours per week
MONDAY 07:00-11:00
TUESDAY -10:00
WEDNESDAY 07:00-10:00
THURSDAY 07:00-10:00
FRIDAY 07:00 - 10:00
Interview Date: To be confirmed
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The Salvation Army Homelessness Services are committed to providing opportunities that support each person to find their purpose, develop positive relationships and experience a sense of community.
The General Assistant Cleaning post undertakes the duties which ensure the service is cleaned to a high standard and meets health and safety regulations and legislation. You will be responsible for cleaning an Administration Block (offices, toilets, communal rooms, hallways, corridors) as well as resident flats when they become vacant, making them ready to let out in a timely manner. Keeping the general site and grounds clean and tidy is also part of the role, with litter picking being one of the duties. The role holder will interact with clients and should work in a professional and caring manner whilst respecting the diversity of clients.
Overall, Purpose of the Role
The role of General Assistant - Cleaning is to complete cleaning duties to a high standard within specific timeframes. Ensure that the protective clothing provided is used appropriately and all safe working practices in accordance with the COSHH safety procedures are followed. Maintain and clean equipment, storage and working areas. Ensure all practice is in line with relevant legislation. Ensure continued professional development by attending training as identified.
The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:
• Respect
• Compassion
• Motivation
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety
• Some previous experience of commercial cleaning
• Commitment
• Flexibility
• Basic standard of literacy and numeracy
• The ability and willingness to work within, be empathic with and promote the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army Mission