Job Title: Cleansing Operative - Local Authority (Somerset Region)
Location: Based at Glastonbury Depot
Start Date: Monday, 14th October 2025
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Pay Rate: £14.10 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week (Saturday to Wednesday, early starts)
About the Role:
We are looking for dependable and hardworking Cleansing Operatives to join the Environmental Services team for a 13-week temporary contract, working with a local authority in the Somerset region.
Starting each shift from the Glastonbury depot between 5am and 6am, this role is best suited to someone who lives locally and is happy with early morning starts.
This is an active, outdoor position helping to keep public spaces clean, safe, and pleasant for residents and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Emptying dog waste bins and public litter bins
* Litter picking in streets, parks, and open spaces
* Manual sweeping of footpaths and public areas
* Fly-tip removal and general cleansing tasks
* Driving and operating a work vehicle provided by the local authority
Working Pattern:
Days: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Days Off: Thursday & Friday
Start Time: Between 5:00am - 6:00am, based from Glastonbury depot
Weekly Hours: 37 hours
Requirements:
* Full UK Driving Licence - essential (vehicle provided for duties)
* Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
* Good attention to detail and a proactive attitude
* Local to the Glastonbury area due to early start times
* Experience in cleansing or grounds maintenance is helpful but not essential
Benefits:
* Competitive pay at £14.10 per hour
* Vehicle provided for work purposes
* Be part of a team that makes a real difference in your local area
* Supportive working environment with full training provided
If you're local to Glastonbury, ready for early starts, and want to play a hands-on role in keeping Somerset clean and safe - we want to hear from you!
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