Part Time Cleaning Operative
| Posting date: | 09 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £3,071.68 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 June 2026 |
| Location: | Sevenoaks, Kent |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Kent Fire & Rescue Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | R001035 |
Summary
Hours: Part Time: 4.5 Hours per week, 1.5 hours per evening, Monday, Wednesday & Friday 18:00-19:30
Location: Sevenoaks Fire Station
Salary: £25,256 full time equivalent - £3,071.68 pro rata’d (£13.13 per hour)
Being a part of Kent Fire and Rescue Service
Everyone is unique. Everyone has value. Everyone helps to make Kent Fire and Rescue Service a great place to work. We are one team. Together with our customers we are creating a safer future for Kent and Medway.
Being a Cleaning Operative at KFRS
KFRS has locations across the whole of Kent and Medway. The estate consists predominantly of Fire Stations, 56 to be exact. But we also operate and maintain several other non-operational buildings.
The Property Services team is responsible for managing the estate. We’re an in-house professional team, skilled in all aspects of Facilities Management. As part of the Cleaning Team, you will be responsible for undertaking cleaning tasks ensuring that your designated sites are cleaned to a hygienic condition, to agreed cleaning specifications.
You will be providing efficient and effective cleaning services ensuring health and safety regulations are met, and performing tasks such as vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and cleaning of kitchens and washrooms.
What you’ll do
Carry out general and deep cleaning activities for a site or selection of site, including:
Empty and clean bins and remove waste to designated area
Clean internal glass and internal and external door glass
Vacuum and spot clean carpeted areas and wash or mop all other floors
Spot clean any spillages
Dust and clean furniture, fixtures and fittings
Clean and disinfect kitchen / kitchenette areas, replenishing consumables as required
Clean and disinfect toilets, hand basins and toilet areas and replenish toiletries and other consumables as required
Use electrical and mechanical equipment as necessary, e.g. floor polishers
Report any defects seen i.e. broken window, damaged furniture to the Cleaning Team Leader or Facilities Team Leader.
Use all cleaning materials in accordance with manufacturers printed instructions and COSHH regulations
Take own initiative to carry out cleaning and tidying tasks that are not specifically contained within the rota but require attention as part of maintaining overall high standards
Checking stock levels on site and updating the Cleaning Team Leader when items need reordering.
What you’ll bring
Excellent organisation and housekeeping skills
Knowledge of cleaning solutions and their uses
Working knowledge of relevant health and safety standards
Good interpersonal and customer service skills
Organised with excellent time management skills
Able to work with minimal supervision
Working knowledge of the English language
Full driving licence (for mobile operatives only)
Good level of physical fitness and ability to stand for shift durations
Proven working experience in a cleaning role.
Benefits
Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
Blue Light Card discount scheme supported by a number of high street retailers
A range of family friendly policies promoting work-life balance
Access to health and wellbeing services and advice
Free parking
Above all you’ll become part of a service that is committed to the safety of our community
How to apply
Please complete an online application by ASAP.
Interviews will take place shortly after application if shortlisted for the role
We reserve the right to close this vacancy upon receiving a sufficient number of applications. If you are interested in this role, we recommend that you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Location: Sevenoaks Fire Station
Salary: £25,256 full time equivalent - £3,071.68 pro rata’d (£13.13 per hour)
Being a part of Kent Fire and Rescue Service
Everyone is unique. Everyone has value. Everyone helps to make Kent Fire and Rescue Service a great place to work. We are one team. Together with our customers we are creating a safer future for Kent and Medway.
Being a Cleaning Operative at KFRS
KFRS has locations across the whole of Kent and Medway. The estate consists predominantly of Fire Stations, 56 to be exact. But we also operate and maintain several other non-operational buildings.
The Property Services team is responsible for managing the estate. We’re an in-house professional team, skilled in all aspects of Facilities Management. As part of the Cleaning Team, you will be responsible for undertaking cleaning tasks ensuring that your designated sites are cleaned to a hygienic condition, to agreed cleaning specifications.
You will be providing efficient and effective cleaning services ensuring health and safety regulations are met, and performing tasks such as vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and cleaning of kitchens and washrooms.
What you’ll do
Carry out general and deep cleaning activities for a site or selection of site, including:
Empty and clean bins and remove waste to designated area
Clean internal glass and internal and external door glass
Vacuum and spot clean carpeted areas and wash or mop all other floors
Spot clean any spillages
Dust and clean furniture, fixtures and fittings
Clean and disinfect kitchen / kitchenette areas, replenishing consumables as required
Clean and disinfect toilets, hand basins and toilet areas and replenish toiletries and other consumables as required
Use electrical and mechanical equipment as necessary, e.g. floor polishers
Report any defects seen i.e. broken window, damaged furniture to the Cleaning Team Leader or Facilities Team Leader.
Use all cleaning materials in accordance with manufacturers printed instructions and COSHH regulations
Take own initiative to carry out cleaning and tidying tasks that are not specifically contained within the rota but require attention as part of maintaining overall high standards
Checking stock levels on site and updating the Cleaning Team Leader when items need reordering.
What you’ll bring
Excellent organisation and housekeeping skills
Knowledge of cleaning solutions and their uses
Working knowledge of relevant health and safety standards
Good interpersonal and customer service skills
Organised with excellent time management skills
Able to work with minimal supervision
Working knowledge of the English language
Full driving licence (for mobile operatives only)
Good level of physical fitness and ability to stand for shift durations
Proven working experience in a cleaning role.
Benefits
Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
Blue Light Card discount scheme supported by a number of high street retailers
A range of family friendly policies promoting work-life balance
Access to health and wellbeing services and advice
Free parking
Above all you’ll become part of a service that is committed to the safety of our community
How to apply
Please complete an online application by ASAP.
Interviews will take place shortly after application if shortlisted for the role
We reserve the right to close this vacancy upon receiving a sufficient number of applications. If you are interested in this role, we recommend that you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
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