Cleansing Operative
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,796 to £25,185 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 March 2026 |
| Location: | Stoke, Staffordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Stoke on Trent City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0000025953 |
Summary
Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations
Section: Streetcare and Greenspace/Parking Services
Location: Weighbridge Site, Cromer Road
Grade: Level 3
Salary: £24,796 - £25,185 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal applicants.
About us:
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
Further information on why work for us
The Role:
This is an opportunity to be part of the Street Care & Greenspace team which undertakes tasks contributing to the effective scheduled and reactive cleansing service helping to keep the City of Stoke on Trent clean and safe for the residents and visitors in the City.
Key Responsibilities:
· To contribute, individually or as part of a team, to the delivery a high quality service as required and across a range of environmental or street cleansing related functions
· To participate in the PLAN process
· Collecting and removing litter, detritus, fly tipping, dog fouling, leaves weeds, needlesticks and sharps
· Open, close and clean the City Councils changing rooms, recreational pavilions a, public toilets and car parks
· To strictly adhere to all relevant Health and Safety legislation, Safe Working Practices and Council procedures
About You:
· Be enthusiastic and committed to the work and deliver services of the highest quality
· To work flexibly and assist other team members in the delivery of a high quality cleaning operation
· Experience of providing an efficient and effective cleaning service
· Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation applicable to the role
· Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining high quality professional standards and complete all relevant paperwork
· Ability to work as part of a team
What we offer:
· A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
· Hybrid and flexible working options
· An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
· Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here
For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager, Andrew Chesworth, Andy.Chesworth@stoke.gov.uk
Pre-Employment Checks:
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:
· Right to Work in the UK
· Proof of address
· Satisfactory references
· Occupational Health Clearance
· Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
· DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.
Section: Streetcare and Greenspace/Parking Services
Location: Weighbridge Site, Cromer Road
Grade: Level 3
Salary: £24,796 - £25,185 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal applicants.
About us:
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
Further information on why work for us
The Role:
This is an opportunity to be part of the Street Care & Greenspace team which undertakes tasks contributing to the effective scheduled and reactive cleansing service helping to keep the City of Stoke on Trent clean and safe for the residents and visitors in the City.
Key Responsibilities:
· To contribute, individually or as part of a team, to the delivery a high quality service as required and across a range of environmental or street cleansing related functions
· To participate in the PLAN process
· Collecting and removing litter, detritus, fly tipping, dog fouling, leaves weeds, needlesticks and sharps
· Open, close and clean the City Councils changing rooms, recreational pavilions a, public toilets and car parks
· To strictly adhere to all relevant Health and Safety legislation, Safe Working Practices and Council procedures
About You:
· Be enthusiastic and committed to the work and deliver services of the highest quality
· To work flexibly and assist other team members in the delivery of a high quality cleaning operation
· Experience of providing an efficient and effective cleaning service
· Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation applicable to the role
· Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining high quality professional standards and complete all relevant paperwork
· Ability to work as part of a team
What we offer:
· A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
· Hybrid and flexible working options
· An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
· Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here
For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager, Andrew Chesworth, Andy.Chesworth@stoke.gov.uk
Pre-Employment Checks:
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:
· Right to Work in the UK
· Proof of address
· Satisfactory references
· Occupational Health Clearance
· Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
· DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.