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Community Cleaner The closing date is 18 January 2026
We are seeking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our Estates and Facilities team as a Community Cleaner. If you are looking for part‑time work, Monday to Friday, and want to work for the NHS using your own initiative, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Role Job summary Community Cleaner – NHS AfC Band 2
As a Cleaner, you will provide an effective and efficient cleaning service in line with NHS national standards of cleanliness. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. You’ll work independently, following cleaning schedules and infection prevention guidelines, and will be responsible for tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and waste disposal.
What We Offer
A diverse and inclusive team environment
Personal development and career progression opportunities
Enhanced rates, NHS pension scheme, and access to Blue Light Card discounts
Many other employee benefits
Closing Date: 18th January 2026 Shortlisting Date: W/C 19th January 2026 Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
Ensure safe use and storage of industrial equipment such as vacuum cleaners and water extraction machines
Adhere to safe working practices as outlined in Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) procedures
Work to a cleaning schedule, completing all allocated tasks (e.g. damp dusting, high and low level surfaces, vacuuming, mopping, carpet cleaning in clinics, offices, toilets/bathrooms, kitchens, corridors and general rooms, prioritising workload when necessary)
Complete cleanliness audit actions in a timely manner; ensure audits are signed and filed logically
Maintain appropriate stock levels of cleaning materials; ensure deliveries of store orders
Maintain water quality by flushing infrequently used outlets (e.g. taps, showers, toilets) and completing appropriate documentation
Remove general, recycled, and clinical waste and dispose of it in the appropriate compound
Report building or equipment faults and repairs to clinical or departmental leads, building custodians, or via the Facilities Service Desk or line manager
Maintain building security where necessary (e.g. setting alarms); the role may include being assigned as the allocated key holder
Adhere to the lone working policy where applicable
Sign in and out when entering the building (where applicable)
Complete personal timesheet where necessary
Raise matters of non-compliance to clinical or departmental leads, building custodians, or line manager
About us Everything we do is underpinned by our core values:
We Care
– We act with respect and empathy, valuing difference
We Listen
– We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver
– We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff with a fantastic range of benefits, including: - Increase mileage rates for > 3500 - A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages - A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities - Plus many more. We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are encouraged and supported to participate in training and to implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities. Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.
Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK Applicants should be aware that any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK will be sponsored only for registered healthcare practitioner roles. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer employment if you are unable to meet Trust sponsorship and Home Office requirements.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your employment you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
If the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust's criteria, the Trust cannot extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible for ensuring continued employment after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, you are required to maintain legal right to work in the UK throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust. Any change in your right‑to‑work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your line manager of any changes and provide necessary documentation. Failure to obtain or renew your visa on time is a breach of employment conditions and may result in termination.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 1 in cleaning and support services or equivalent experience, or willingness to work towards it
NVQ Level 2 in cleaning and support services or equivalent experience
Desirable
Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety (or willingness to work towards it during a 6‑month probationary period)
Allergen Level 2 Certification (or willingness to work towards it during a 6‑month probationary period)
Knowledge Essential
Good interpersonal and communications skills
Experience of using a smartphone
Desirable
Basic knowledge of IT systems (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address New Mill, Victoria Rd, Saltaire, Bradford, BD18 3LD
Employer’s website https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Community Cleaner The closing date is 18 January 2026
We are seeking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our Estates and Facilities team as a Community Cleaner. If you are looking for part‑time work, Monday to Friday, and want to work for the NHS using your own initiative, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Role Job summary Community Cleaner – NHS AfC Band 2
As a Cleaner, you will provide an effective and efficient cleaning service in line with NHS national standards of cleanliness. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. You’ll work independently, following cleaning schedules and infection prevention guidelines, and will be responsible for tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and waste disposal.
What We Offer
A diverse and inclusive team environment
Personal development and career progression opportunities
Enhanced rates, NHS pension scheme, and access to Blue Light Card discounts
Many other employee benefits
Closing Date: 18th January 2026 Shortlisting Date: W/C 19th January 2026 Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
Ensure safe use and storage of industrial equipment such as vacuum cleaners and water extraction machines
Adhere to safe working practices as outlined in Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) procedures
Work to a cleaning schedule, completing all allocated tasks (e.g. damp dusting, high and low level surfaces, vacuuming, mopping, carpet cleaning in clinics, offices, toilets/bathrooms, kitchens, corridors and general rooms, prioritising workload when necessary)
Complete cleanliness audit actions in a timely manner; ensure audits are signed and filed logically
Maintain appropriate stock levels of cleaning materials; ensure deliveries of store orders
Maintain water quality by flushing infrequently used outlets (e.g. taps, showers, toilets) and completing appropriate documentation
Remove general, recycled, and clinical waste and dispose of it in the appropriate compound
Report building or equipment faults and repairs to clinical or departmental leads, building custodians, or via the Facilities Service Desk or line manager
Maintain building security where necessary (e.g. setting alarms); the role may include being assigned as the allocated key holder
Adhere to the lone working policy where applicable
Sign in and out when entering the building (where applicable)
Complete personal timesheet where necessary
Raise matters of non-compliance to clinical or departmental leads, building custodians, or line manager
About us Everything we do is underpinned by our core values:
We Care
– We act with respect and empathy, valuing difference
We Listen
– We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver
– We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff with a fantastic range of benefits, including: - Increase mileage rates for > 3500 - A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages - A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities - Plus many more. We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are encouraged and supported to participate in training and to implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities. Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.
Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK Applicants should be aware that any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK will be sponsored only for registered healthcare practitioner roles. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer employment if you are unable to meet Trust sponsorship and Home Office requirements.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your employment you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
If the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust's criteria, the Trust cannot extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible for ensuring continued employment after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, you are required to maintain legal right to work in the UK throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust. Any change in your right‑to‑work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your line manager of any changes and provide necessary documentation. Failure to obtain or renew your visa on time is a breach of employment conditions and may result in termination.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 1 in cleaning and support services or equivalent experience, or willingness to work towards it
NVQ Level 2 in cleaning and support services or equivalent experience
Desirable
Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety (or willingness to work towards it during a 6‑month probationary period)
Allergen Level 2 Certification (or willingness to work towards it during a 6‑month probationary period)
Knowledge Essential
Good interpersonal and communications skills
Experience of using a smartphone
Desirable
Basic knowledge of IT systems (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address New Mill, Victoria Rd, Saltaire, Bradford, BD18 3LD
Employer’s website https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)
#J-18808-Ljbffr