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Location: Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre, Perimeter Road, West Sussex, RH6 0PQ
Hours: Full-time (38.5 hrs per week)
Salary: Band 7
At Serco, we take pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment for those in our care. We have an exciting opportunity for a Cleaning Operative to join our dedicated team at Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre.
Gatwick IRCs comprise Brook House and Tinsley House Immigration Removal Centres. Gatwick Pre-Departure Accommodation (PDA) is a small, discreet facility annexed to Tinsley House that provides short-stay accommodation and support to families with children under 18 years of age. Serco manages and delivers operations at both centres on behalf of the Home Office.
By joining our Cleaning Services team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that all assigned areas are cleaned to the highest standard using the provided equipment. You will also keep schedules updated, maintain records of tools, and carry out any other duties as directed by the Facilities Manager or Senior Engineer.
Your Responsibilities
- Maintain cleaning stock within designated areas.
- Comply with Health & Safety Cleaning Procedures.
- Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffers, and wet vac machines.
- Clean all assigned areas according to the Cleaning Schedule.
- Complete additional duties as directed by the Facilities Manager or Senior Engineer.
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What You’ll Need
- Previous cleaning experience is essential.
- A Basic Health & Safety qualification.
- Ability to operate cleaning equipment.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively at all levels.
- A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to self-motivate and prioritize workload.
Please note: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All offers of employment are subject to security clearance checks and approval by the Home Office. You must be able to provide a 5-year checkable history for vetting and referencing.
Why Serco?
- A place you can make an impact: Gatwick IRC is focused on decency and respect in all aspects of care for residents, which is delivered at a critical time in their lives.
- A place you can count on: Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
- A place for you: As well as care for residents we also care for and support one another. We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed with ongoing training development.
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What we offer
- Serco Benefits package
- Pension – 6%
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A role with a purpose
- Genuine opportunity for career development
- A chance to really make a difference to people lives
- A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
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All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers and are committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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