Cleaner and Maintenance support Operative

  • Pathway Group
  • Apr 02, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

Location: Pathway Group, Birmingham, B25 8EP Hours: 10 hours per week Working pattern: Flexible shifts available before 8:00am or after 4:00pm Contract: Part-time

We are seeking a reliable, practical and detail-focused Cleaner and Maintenance Support Operative to support our head office site in Birmingham.

This is an important hands-on role for someone local who takes pride in keeping a professional environment clean, safe, well-presented and functioning properly. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, trustworthy and able to turn their hand to a range of tasks. As well as cleaning duties, this role will suit someone who is a natural problem solver and a capable handy person who can help with basic site maintenance and respond to day-to-day issues sensibly and proactively.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants flexible part-time work and can be depended on to maintain high standards in a busy office environment.

About the role

You will be responsible for delivering a high standard of cleaning across our head office and helping to ensure the premises remain tidy, safe, secure and well maintained. The role requires someone who can work efficiently with minimal supervision, manage their time well, and deal with practical issues as they arise. As the face of our facilities function, you will play an important part in ensuring our office reflects the professional standards we hold across everything we do.

Key responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality cleaning across all areas of the site, including office spaces, communal areas, kitchens and meeting rooms
  • Carry out routine cleaning, deep cleaning and detailed cleaning tasks as required
  • Help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for staff, visitors and stakeholders
  • Undertake basic maintenance and handy person duties where needed
  • Identify and respond to minor site issues quickly and practically
  • Report any repairs, health and safety concerns, damages or maintenance needs promptly
  • Ensure cleaning materials and equipment are used safely and stored appropriately
  • Open or secure the site where required as part of shift responsibilities
  • Work efficiently, with good organisation and time management
  • Complete all duties in line with company policies and procedures

Requirements

  • Previous cleaning experience is preferred
  • Basic maintenance or handy person experience would be an advantage
  • Good attention to detail and high standards of work
  • Able to work independently and use initiative
  • Practical, adaptable and solutions-focused
  • Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Trustworthy, dependable and punctual
  • Physically fit and able to carry out the duties required
  • Eligible to work in the UK

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

  • Lives locally to the B25 area or surrounding Birmingham postcodes
  • Takes pride in their work and notices the details others miss
  • Is practical, flexible and willing to help where needed
  • Can solve problems calmly and sensibly
  • Builds positive working relationships with colleagues
  • Wants to contribute to a well-run organisation that makes a real difference to people's lives and careers

About Pathway Group

Pathway Group is a Birmingham-based skills training and employability organisation. We work with employers, learners and partners across the region to deliver high-quality training and apprenticeship programmes. Our head office is a busy, professional environment and we take pride in presenting ourselves to the highest standard.

Please note

Only suitable applicants will be contacted.