Chargehand Cleaner - FLK14764
| Company: | Falkirk Council |
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| Salary: | £26,623 to £26,912 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | FK1 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 6 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Job Advert
Join Our Facilities Team – Chargehand Cleaner
Do you have an eye for detail, a commitment to high standards, and the confidence to lead by example? We’re looking for a proactive and dependable Chargehand Cleaner to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting one of our schools or early years centres across the Falkirk Council area.
In this hands-on role, you’ll combine cleaning duties with day-to-day supervision of a small cleaning team – ensuring a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
What You’ll Do:
- Carry out a range of cleaning tasks including floors, surfaces, toilets and communal areas
- Operate powered cleaning equipment as required
- Monitor cleaning quality and ensure work is completed to a high standard
- Support and supervise cleaning staff on-site, encouraging strong team working
- Handle stock control, basic administrative duties and assist with staff induction/training
- Report faults or issues affecting the service
- Adhere to COSHH and Health & Safety regulations
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in cleaning or facilities services is essential
- Confidence supervising others and delegating tasks
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- A positive, team-oriented attitude
- Basic literacy and numeracy
- Knowledge of COSHH and safe working practices
- A British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) certificate is desirable
The Role:
- Location: Across schools and ELCs in the Falkirk Council area
- Contract: Full Time, Temporary until 31
- Hours: Hours will be flexible within the council working hours 7am to 8pm (will be discussed at interview)
- Line Management: Responsible for supervising a team of Cleaners
st March 2027
Why Join Us?
- A valued role in a supportive, professional Facilities team
- Opportunities to lead, develop, and grow within the service
- Make a daily difference in your local community
- If you’re organised, reliable, and ready to take the next step in your facilities career, we encourage you to apply.
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.
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