Cleaning Relief Operative

Job Overview

Join Lewisham Council's cleaning team and contribute to supporting its vibrant and diverse community. As the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, Lewisham takes pride in championing refugee and migrant rights and is offering the role of a Relief Cleaning Operative to work across various council premises.

Role Details

You will serve as a Relief Cleaning Operative, working alongside a small team to maintain cleanliness at corporate offices, parks, children’s centers, and other council facilities. The role requires flexibility, the ability to work without supervision, and mobility around the borough at short notice. A valid driver’s license is essential, along with the physical ability to complete assigned cleaning duties.

Working Hours & Location

Locations will vary but primarily be based at Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RY. The cleaning service operates between 6:00 and 20:00, with a rotating schedule covering shifts of 06:00–14:00, 09:00–17:00, and 12:00–20:00.

Candidate Profile

• Reliable and diligent worker
• Effective communicator with strong organizational skills
• Flexible and able to work within a roster system
• Capable of timely travel across the borough including at short notice
• Detail-oriented with strong time management
• Able to perform both independently and collaboratively in a team

Special Conditions

• Employment contingent upon eligibility to work in the UK (valid passport or equivalent documentation)
• Must be able to fulfill all duties outlined in the job description
• Role subject to satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
• Flexibility for short notice work assignments

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range is from £31,086 to £31,530 annually, typically starting at the minimum point of the pay grade, with consideration for current salary within the scale.

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working arrangements and family friendly policies
• Access to season ticket and bicycle loan schemes
• Staff discounts including subsidized local gym memberships
• Support from established staff networks

Diversity and Accessibility

Lewisham Council promotes equal opportunity and is recognized as a Disability Confident employer. Reasonable accommodations are provided throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities or health conditions. Support for the Access to Work scheme is also available.

Application Information

The recruitment process is anonymized and does not accept CV submissions. Applicants must fully complete the application form and include a supporting statement addressing the specified person specification criteria. For queries, contact [email protected].