Cleaning Operative, Cleaning Services

South West based charitable housing association BCHA was founded over 50 years ago with a continuing mission to meet housing need and end homelessness. We aim to achieve this through the building and provision of affordable and secure homes, and by supporting individuals to take control and lead independent, fulfilled lives. Whether we are developing sites or supporting people with housing, learning or living skills, we believe in equality, the importance of every individual and the right to be valued and treated with dignity and respect.

Our doors are open to everyone.

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Cleaning Operative to deliver high-quality cleaning services within one of our key homelessness support services in Bournemouth.

This vital role helps ensure our accommodation provides a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for the people we support as they move towards greater independence.

You will be responsible for cleaning:

• Communal areas
• Office spaces
• Void (empty) properties

You’ll carry out general cleaning duties efficiently and to a high standard, always taking a value-for-money and continuous improvement approach. Delivering excellent customer satisfaction will be at the heart of everything you do.

As part of a small, supportive team, you’ll play an important role in building positive, trusting and respectful relationships with customers who are preparing to move forward in their lives. Your work will directly contribute to creating a safe and dignified space they can call home.

BCHA Safer Recruitment: Safeguarding children and adults is our first priority and we will ensure we follow safer recruitment procedures. As an employer, we will do everything possible to prevent unsuitable people obtaining employment with BCHA. Our overall aim is to ‘deter unsuitable applicants from applying for roles with children and adults, and we will ensure that all candidates are treated fairly, consistently and in compliance with current legislation.

BCHA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date: 18/03/2026

Welcome Week: 13th April 2026

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in their work
• Has great attention to detail
• Can work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Is committed to delivering excellent customer service

Experience in a similar setting is desirable, but more importantly, you’ll bring a positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine desire to help create a first-class cleaning service.

Other information: working hours of 12pm to 19:30 Monday - Friday