Cleaner Jobs

Are you a reliable and detail-oriented individual looking for a rewarding role that keeps workplaces, homes, and public spaces clean and safe? Cleaner jobs offer flexible, hands-on work across a wide range of industries, from hospitality and offices to industrial sites and events.

At Stafffinders, we work with leading employers across the UK to connect hardworking and dependable Cleaners with opportunities that match their skills and schedules. Whether you’re seeking a temporary, permanent, day, or night shift role, we’ll help you find a cleaning job that suits your lifestyle.

What Does a Cleaner Do?

A Cleaner is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation in all types of environments. The duties will vary depending on the size of the building and the specific industry, but your work ensures that every space is welcoming, safe, and well-maintained. Typical cleaning duties include:

• Vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, and dusting all areas.

• Wiping and sanitising desks, surfaces, and high-touch points.

• Emptying bins and safely disposing of waste.

• Maintaining toilets, kitchens, and communal areas.

• Reporting maintenance issues or hazards.

• Using cleaning equipment safely and following health and safety procedures.

Cleaners can work across different settings, such as offices, residential buildings, warehouses, hotels, arenas, stadiums, and industrial sites, ensuring variety and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in diverse environments.

Key Skills for Cleaner Jobs

To succeed as a Cleaner, you’ll need to be organised, thorough, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Essential skills and qualities include:

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Reliability and punctuality.

• Time management and task prioritisation.

• The ability to work independently or collaboratively.

• Awareness of cleaning products and safety procedures.

• A strong work ethic and pride in maintaining high standards.

Cleaners must also be comfortable with physical work, often involving standing, bending, or lifting equipment for extended periods.

Career Progression in Cleaning

A cleaning job can be the first step in a long-term career within facilities management, hospitality, or industrial operations. With experience, you can progress into roles such as:

• Cleaning Supervisor

• Facilities Team Leader

• Hygiene Operative

• Housekeeping Manager

• Industrial Cleaning Specialist

At Stafffinders, we recruit for cleaning roles across multiple sectors, including industrial cleaning, hygiene operations, and housekeeping. Whether you’re looking for a short-term contract or a permanent position, we’ll help you find work that fits your goals and schedule.

Browse our latest Cleaner jobs and take the next step in your cleaning career with Stafffinders.