Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, we are looking to recruit a Cleaning Operative on a full time, permanent basis. In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £12.58 per hour.
We are a subsidiary of Bournemouth & Poole College providing cleaning services to the College sites in both Poole and Bournemouth. SEFM are committed to maintaining the cleanliness of the college premises for the benefit of students, staff and visitors.
The Cleaning Operative Role:
The SEFM (Southern Educational Facilities Management Ltd), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bournemouth and Poole College, operates its Cleaning Services Team within the Estates Department. The team works closely with a wide range of internal stakeholders to ensure vocational workspaces across the College are maintained to a high standard—clean, welcoming, and engaging with both students and staff.
The Estates Department itself comprises around 80 in-house professionals, spanning Technical & Maintenance Services, Catering & Hospitality, Security & Premises, and SEFM Cleaning, all working together to provide a safe, functional, and engaging environment for the College community.
Key Responsibilities of the Cleaning Operative:
*Deliver a ’best in class’ cleaning application at the Bournemouth & Poole College.
*Follow Company procedures and required health and safety.
*Keep all equipment clean and in a hygienic standard at all times.
*Following a daily schedule which includes cleaning of offices, classrooms, corridors, kitchens, toilets, washrooms and waste removal.
*Weekly deep cleaning of stipulated areas.
*Machine operating – Carpet cleaning and cleaning of hard floors.
About You:
*Cleaning industry training
*2 + years’ work experience in a Cleaning role
*Knowledge in cleaning application
*The ability to work independently and as part of a team
*A proactive approach and an eye for detail
As a member of SEFM staff you can expect to receive a market rate salary and excellent benefits including:
*21.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the College (pro-rata for part-time staff)
*up to 5 days leave during the Christmas closure period
*Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College and SEFM
*Enrolment into the NEST pension scheme
*Uniform
If you feel you are the right candidate for this Cleaning Operative rolethen please click ’apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!
Closing Date:31stMarch 2026
Planned Interview Dates: 1st & 2nd April 2026
SEFM Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this Role.