Cleaner in Sunderland

About the Role

Northumbria Police are looking for a cleaner to support the Business Services Department, working behind the scenes in our operational police station. You will keep our stations clean, safe and functional, participating in a busy, rewarding role.

Responsibilities

• Use specialist equipment and chemicals to clean washrooms and kitchens.
• Vacuum and mop floors.
• Operate floor machines such as floor scrubbers and dryers.
• Empty bins and perform other general cleaning duties.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of health and safety legislation and comply with cleaning safety standards.
• Work at height when required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years resident in the UK for vetting.
• Reasonable fitness level and ability to work at height.
• Willingness to learn, punctual, reliable and able to work alone or as part of a team.
• Acceptable fitness to undergo vetting and medical checks.

Equal Opportunities and Disability Support

Northumbria Police are a Disability Confident Leader and members of the Business Disability Forum. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Appointments are based on merit alone. We can make adjustments to support applicants with disabilities through the recruitment process.

Application Process

Successful applicants will be asked to complete a Recruitment Vetting (RV) form. You must be a resident of the UK for a minimum period of 3 years to ensure vetting checks can be completed. A job offer will be dependent upon vetting clearance and medical information.

Benefits

• 26 days\’ leave (increasing to 30 days for 5 years+ service) plus 8 bank holidays Pro Rata
• Enhanced maternity, shared parental and adoption leave
• Public sector pension scheme
• Corporate travel schemes – local rail, bus services and metro
• Access to private healthcare and eye test vouchers
• Blue Light Card and Blue Light Tickets discounts on shopping and eating out
• Paid sick leave, mental health first aiders on‑site, employee advice service and access to gyms in some stations
• Sports & Social Club and cycle to work scheme
• Competitive hourly rate and police staff uniform provided