Cleaning Operative, Cleaning Services

Cleaning Operative

Location: HMP Exeter, 30 New N Rd, Exeter EX4 4EX

Salary: £25,566.64 per annum

Contract: Permanent, full time, 39 hours per week

We are seeking a dedicated Cleaning Operative to join our team at HMP Exeter, a Category B Adult Male local prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Exeter runs like a self‑contained city and the Facilities Maintenance Team is committed to the smooth and safe operation, impacting every prisoner, employee, and visitor.

As a Cleaning Operative you will work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues from various trades, and help create a safe and secure environment for all.

• Experience of working within a cleaning environment
• Knowledge of COSHH
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills

• 25 days per year Holidays plus Bank Holidays
• Death in Service at 4x salary
• Access to private GP consultations
• Employee Assistance Programme (counselling and information services)
• Financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL.