Job Role: Cleaning operative
Location: HMP Highpoint (Stirling House) Straidshall Newmarket, CB8 9YG
Salary: £24,761.88
Contract: Full time/permanent
We are seeking a dedicated Cleaning Operative to join our team at HMP Highpoint, a category C adult/male prison.
Join a team that works Monday-Friday as a supportive and driven family, creating a safe and nurturing environment.
HMP Highpoint operates like a self-contained city, with the Facilities Maintenance Team responsible for its smooth and safe operation. Our work impacts prisoners, staff, visitors, families, and the wider community.
As a Cleaning Operative, you will work alongside experienced colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, and Administrators, all committed to providing a safe and secure environment.
If you want to use your skills to make a difference and support rehabilitation and positive change, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements include:
* Experience in a cleaning environment
* Knowledge of COSHH
* Understanding of health and safety requirements
* Good organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
If this describes you, we would like to hear from you!
Benefits include:
* 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Private healthcare options
* Death in Service benefit (4x salary)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Retailer discounts and financial rewards
We focus on safety, inclusivity, and career development. Join GFSL to help ensure prisons are secure and to support prisoner reintegration.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing a workplace where everyone is valued and empowered.
Note: GFSL's services will transfer to a private provider in Autumn 2026 following procurement.
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