Relief Cleaner – Christchurch House, Ipswich

Salary: £12.27 per hour

Various relief shifts to cover absence, training and holiday

Job Ref: CCH050

 

Join us and help make a difference!

 

Are you reliable, flexible and committed to maintaining high standards?

 

We are looking for a Relief Cleaner to join our Temporary Supported Housing service, Christchurch House in Ipswich.

 

The purpose of this post is to provide cleaning at the service, to all communal and staff areas, such as the halls, corridors and stairways, kitchens, staff room and offices, in addition to the cleaning of any voids.

 

Your duties will include:

 

• Cleaning in accordance with agreed schedules, covering daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly tasks.


• Being responsible for keeping storage facilities tidy and locked when not in use in accordance with COSHH regulations.


• Being responsible for reporting any items which are becoming worn or damaged and needing replacement.


• Removing and disposing of litter and keep all communal and staff areas tidy.


• Carrying out any other cleaning works as directed by the Service Manager (such as voids).

 

About Christchurch House…

 Christchurch House is located in the heart of Ipswich Town Centre, within short walking distance of shops, Ipswich Library and Tower Ramparts bus station.

Christchurch House is a 38-bed supported accommodation unit providing shared accommodation for vulnerable young people.

 

Interview Date: Wednesday 11th and Friday 13th June 2025.

 

Before applying…

Orwell is committed to safeguarding and safer employment and the principles of empowerment.

Please notice Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.  All new arrivals to the UK must also provide a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC).

The definition of new arrival is an applicant who has worked or been resident overseas in the previous five years and this includes citizens of the UK who have worked or lived overseas for a continuous period of six months or more.

Orwell is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We believe in creating an accessible and supportive environment, where every team member can thrive and contribute. Join us in our commitment to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers all individuals to reach their full potential. We actively welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal access and opportunity for all.

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