Overview
Job title: General Cleaning Assistant
Location: Poole
Employment type: Part-time
Working hours: 8 hours per week (Wednesday)
Hourly rate: £12.71 per hour
Application closing date: 08.12.2025
Interview date(s): 10.12.2025
About Us
YMCA Bournemouth is part of a global organisation making a real difference at a local level in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. We are dedicated to creating inclusive, diverse, and forward-thinking services that address the needs of our community. Our work spans key areas such as Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing, to enable individuals to reach their full potential in mind, body, and spirit.
About The Position
We are looking for a general cleaning assistant to join our team and contribute to the general upkeep of the facility, ensuring a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our members. The role may involve overtime when staff are on holiday or off due to sickness. You will work within the sports and leisure department, showing attention to detail and the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
This Role Will Involve
- Cleaning and maintaining toilets and shower blocks
- Sweeping and mopping floors
- Tidying and sanitising studios
- Emptying and managing bins
- General upkeep of the facility
What We’re Looking For
You will be a passionate and motivated individual who is driven by our mission to empower individuals and create stronger communities.
Skills And Competencies
- Reliability and commitment to the role
- Pride in the facility
- Able to work independently
- Previous cleaning experience
Personal Attributes
- Punctual, proactive and hardworking
- Able to work independently
- Reliable and flexible
Qualifications And Experience
- Cleaning experience
Why join YMCA Bournemouth?
- Contribute to meaningful services and make a lasting, positive impact
- Join a passionate and supportive team that shares commitment to make positive change and build stronger communities
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you expand your skills and make an impact in your role
- Enjoy a range of benefits including a competitive pension contribution, free access to YMCA Bournemouth’s counselling service, discounted gym memberships and cafe discounts. Benefits are subject to change
Additional Information
- The role has a safeguarding requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk. The post holder will follow YMCA Bournemouth safeguarding policy and relevant statutory guidance.
- Employment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks and a DBS check. Enhanced DBS is required if the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk; otherwise a Basic DBS check is required prior to commencement.
- The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal opportunity in service provision and employment.
- If you have a disability and require adjustments during the application, interview process, or employment, please contact us directly.
- Please note we do not offer sponsorship opportunities. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and provide appropriate documentation as required.
How To Apply
Please click on the link below to complete a YMCA Bournemouth application form.
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Downloads
- Download Job Description
- Download recruitment privacy notice
- Download safeguarding policy
EEO and Compliance
- The post contains an occupational requirement to ensure safety and welfare. The organisation is an equal opportunity employer. Adjustments available upon request.
