Cleaning Operative
Be ready...to make a difference
Job Title
Cleaning Operative
Job Reference
CS1390P
Date Posted
19/10/2026
Application closing Date
01/11/2026
Proposed Interview Date
09 November 2026
Location
Lincoln
Salary
CSS Scale 2 i.e. £24,853 pro rata per annum
Contractual Hours
12.5 hours per week, Term Time Only, 38 weeks per year
We are looking to recruit a Cleaning Operative, to undertake the cleaning of Lincoln College Campus. You will clean designated areas (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents and other tasks) which may be subject to change dependent upon the needs of the College and carry out heavy cleaning tasks and special projects.
Our Award-Winning Employee Offer
At Lincoln College Group, we are committed to being an employer of choice and creating a positive, supportive culture where you feel valued and recognised.
Our You Matter programme won Best Health and Wellbeing Initiative – Public/Third Sector at the 2026 CIPD People Management Awards. We are also proud to be an Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award holder.
Built around what our people value most, You Matter brings together wellbeing, benefits, reward and recognition across six themes: Mind, Body, Soul, Money, Family and Recognition.
Our Moments That Matter approach ensures support is available throughout your life and employee journey - from joining us and developing your career to welcoming a new family member, managing everyday costs or navigating challenging times.
You can look forward to:
- A reserved parking space and free Costa Coffee welcome drink on your first day
- A You Matter welcome gift at your People Services induction
- Membership of the Royal London Pension Scheme
- Our You Matter platform, providing benefits, support, savings and discounts
- Wellbeing activities, staff networks and opportunities to connect
- Family-friendly policies and support
- Spotlight Awards, long-service awards and everyday recognition
- Flexible and hybrid working options, where appropriate to your role
- Access to Blue Light Card discounts
Join Lincoln College Group and be part of our commitment to developing and valuing our workforce and creating healthy, happy places to work.
Please ensure to upload/complete your Personal Statement and not a CV.
How to apply: Click the 'Apply Now' button and log in to our Jobs Portal
Contact Us: Please contact us if you require any further information regarding this vacancy or our recruitment process – hrrecruitment@lincolncollege.ac.uk
Connect with Us: Samantha Crosby (Recruitment & Resourcing Co-ordinator) / Ayla Gezmis (Recruitment & Resourcing Co-ordinator)
Lincoln College is committed to the safeguarding of its learners and believes that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is every employee’s responsibility. Further information can be found via the following link -www.lincolncollege.ac.uk/jobs/safer-recruitment/
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for similar positions.
