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Cleaning Operative | Lancashire Police HQ, Penwortham

CompanyLancashire County Council
LocationPenwortham
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
About The Company
Lancashire County Council is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in Lancashire. We believe that all our citizens have the right to be treated fairly. We recognise that some people do not get an equal chance in life. For some of our children and young people this can have a lasting impact on their future. We will play our part in helping to narrow the gaps that exist between different parts our communities and improving the quality of life of those who have less advantages and are in danger of poor outcomes. As a community leader, employer and provider of services we want to make sure that everyone in Lancashire has the opportunity to achieve their potential, no matter where they live or what their background, individual characteristics or personal circumstances might be.
About the Role

Salary £13.45 per hour | 7.5 hours per week | Permanent, Part time | Lancashire Police HQ | Penwortham, Lancashire

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Contracted start time:                 Monday – Friday - 06:30 – 08:00

Contracted Hours:                         7.5 hours per week

Anyone applying for this post will be subject to Police Vetting, which requires a minimum of three years’ UK residency. A formal offer of employment cannot be issued until vetting has been successfully completed.

About the Role

The Facilities Management Team at Lancashire County Council are looking to recruit a Cleaning Operative who is required to carry out cleaning duties at Lancashire Police HQ.

A flexible approach to work is required, as the successful candidate would be required to cover sickness, holidays or provide support to meet additional service demands.

The Facilities Management team is contracted to carry out cleaning at all of Lancashire Police buildings. These buildings provide essential services to the community and vulnerable people. 

High standards of cleanliness are expected, and prior experience is desirable; however full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Duties will consist of general cleaning, such as damp wiping, damp mopping, vacuuming, toilet cleaning, and washroom cleaning.

Work Address:

Lancashire Constabulary HQ

Sauders Lane

Preston

PR4 5SA

In exchange for your hard work and professionalism, Lancashire County Council is proud to offer the Foundation Living Wage for this post.  Foundation Living Wage is independently calculated each year based on what employees and their families need to live.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Local Government Reorganisation

The Government has confirmed that local government across Lancashire will be reorganised, with the current 15 councils being replaced by four new unitary councils covering North, South, East and West Lancashire from April 2028.

If you are successful in your application, you will initially join Lancashire County Council. However, as part of the planned transition, your employment will transfer to one of the new unitary councils from April 2028, subject to the implementation of the reorganisation and relevant employment legislation.

Throughout this period, our focus remains on delivering excellent services to our communities. By joining us now, you'll play an important role in shaping the future of local government and helping to build a strong new organisation that will serve residents for years to come.

Job Description & Person Specification

 

 

Key Skills
General CleaningDamp WipingDamp MoppingVacuumingToilet CleaningWashroom CleaningFlexibilityTime ManagementAttention to Detail
Categories
Government & Public SectorTrades
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Carry out general cleaning at Lancashire Police HQ, including damp wiping, damp mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning toilets and washrooms. Provide flexible cover for sickness and holidays and support additional service demands as needed.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
8706
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
8 hours
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