Further Information Are you hard-working and reliable with a positive attitude?
Do you take pride in keeping spaces clean, safe, and welcoming for others?
Would you like to work in a rewarding role working locally in Stockton-on-Tees?
Then look no further! Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council are seeking to recruit a number of Cleaning Assistants to join our Cleaning Service in various locations across the Borough.
About Us
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We are a friendly and hardworking team who provide cleaning services for a number of Council buildings including schools, Preston Park and our modern new main office, Dunedin House.
Working for our Cleaning services is uniquely rewarding, as we play a vital role in maintaining safe, clean, and welcoming environments for our local communities.
The roles we currently have on offer are:
Bowesfield Primary School
10.45 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 days
Pro rata actual salary: £6,050.57
Dunedin House (x 2 posts)
10 hours per week
Pro rata actual salary: £6,701.62
Wolviston Primary School (x 2 posts)
8.45 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 days
Pro rata actual salary: £4,892.56
Preston Park (x 2 posts)
4 hours per week, Saturday & Sunday
Pro rata actual salary: £2,680.65
If you're unable to commit to a fixed number of hours each week, we are also recruiting for casual roles that provide flexibility to fit around your other commitments. You can view these opportunities by clicking .
What will you be doing?
You will be responsible for providing an excellent cleaning service in our buildings, working efficiently to complete your tasks to a high standard. You will ensure the safe operation and storage of cleaning equipment and machinery, including monitoring stock levels as needed.
What do you need?
Previous experience would be advantageous but is not required – just a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task, a customer focused approach, and to be able to lift and carry cleaning equipment.
For the roles based in schools, you will also need to undergo safeguarding checks including an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
1. A competitive salary
2. 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years’ service (pro rata for part-time staff). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
3. Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
4. Access to several other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website:
For an informal discussion about the posts on offer, please contact Chris Tait on 01642 526182 or via
We look forward to reading your application.
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