Housekeeper Operative

Help us care for some of Weston-super-Mare’s most valued public spaces.

Weston-super-Mare Town Council is recruiting motivated and reliable individuals to join our newly appointed Cleaning and Housekeeping Team as Housekeeper Operatives.

These are important frontline roles helping us maintain our public buildings and community spaces to the highest possible standard for residents, visitors and staff.

You will work across a variety of sites including:

-Weston Museum
-Old Town Quarry
-Council Offices at 32 Waterloo Street

We are looking for individuals who take pride in their work, have excellent attention to detail and can work both independently and as part of a team.

Transferable skills and a positive attitude are highly valued and we welcome applications from candidates with experience from a wide range of sectors.

About the Roles

These are varied and rewarding positions where you will help ensure Council buildings and public spaces remain clean, safe, welcoming and well maintained for the community.

Duties across the roles may include:

-Cleaning public areas, offices and facilities
-Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors
-Maintaining toilets and welfare areas
-Replenishing supplies
-Waste removal and recycling
-Supporting hygiene and health & safety standards
-Working across multiple Council sites

We’re Looking for People Who:

You may already work in:
-Cleaning or housekeeping
-Hospitality
-Facilities management
-Care or support services
-Retail or customer service
-Operational or maintenance roles

However, we are equally keen to hear from people with transferable skills who:

-Take pride in maintaining high standards
-Have strong attention to detail
-Are reliable and well organised
-Can work independently and within a team
-Have a positive and proactive attitude
-Are comfortable working across varied locations

Can communicate professionally with colleagues and the public
Why Join Weston-super-Mare Town Council?

-Join a supportive and newly developed team
-Work in unique and valued community buildings
-Make a visible difference every day
-Develop new skills and experience
-Be part of a Council that values teamwork and public service

What We Offer

-Local Government Pension Scheme
-Training and development opportunities
-Supportive team environment
-Uniform and PPE provided
-Meaningful work within the local community
-Opportunities to work across varied and interesting sites

Post Details

Housekeeper / Cleaning Operative
Part Time – 16 hours per week
Grade LC1 (Scale Point 5–6) Actual salary £11,238

Locations include:
Weston Museum
Old Town Quarry
32 Waterloo Street Offices

For an application pack and further details, please visit:
https://wsm-tc.gov.uk/town-council-people/vacancies

Closing Date: 12.00pm (Noon) 26th May 2026

Weston-super-Mare Town Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.